Senior Cost Consultant – Saudi National

Overview

• Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition.
• Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
• You’ll be responsible for:
• Lead feasibility studies, procurement strategy development, and contract selection, including preparation of detailed procurement reports.
• Apply value management techniques at project inception to optimise cost, scope, and overall project value.
• Manage estimating and cost planning activities, taking ownership of and presenting comprehensive final cost plans.
• Oversee the full procurement lifecycle, including prequalification, tendering, bid analysis, contractor selection, and contract preparation.
• Supervise preparation and execution of contract documentation (warranties, bonds, licences) and provide expert advice on contract administration.
• Manage cost control processes, including valuations, cost checking, monthly reporting, and identification of cost impacts from variations and design changes.
• Evaluate contractor claims for delays and additional costs, ensure accurate certification (practical completion, defects, final accounts), and close-out processes.
• Lead and develop cost consultancy teams, manage senior stakeholders, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support net zero carbon objectives through proactive cost and carbon management.
• You’ll need to have:
• Minimum 10 years relevant experience delivering full life-cycle cost management services on large projects, including post-contract commercial management.
• A degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent).
• Professional membership i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent).
• Detailed knowledge of most forms of contract.
• Our values
• Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
• Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
• Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.
• Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
• We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role
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