Summary
Mace is hiring a Senior Cost Consultant for a landmark city-center development in Abu Dhabi, including commercial and retail spaces, luxury towers and entertainment districts. The role covers cost management throughout project phases, feasibility studies, procurement and contract advice, estimating, cost planning, cost control and monthly reporting. The consultant will lead discipline-specific work, supervise change and commercial performance, mentor colleagues and support process improvements. Applicants need a degree in quantity surveying or cost management, professional membership such as MRICS, and Middle East experience.
The posting
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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.
The project:
Join our exceptional team at the heart of the UAE’s capital and help shape a truly iconic city center development. Be part of an inspiring journey as we deliver world-class commercial and retail spaces, stunning luxury towers, and vibrant entertainment districts. Don’t miss this opportunity to live in Abu Dhabi and work on a landmark destination.
Your responsibilities will include
• Champion safety, wellbeing, inclusivity and responsible delivery across every project.
• Deliver projects through clear planning, quality systems and strong stakeholder collaboration.
• Supervise change and commercial performance with integrity.
• Lead teams to achieve KPIs, share best practice and unlock potential across Mace
• Deliver cost management services across all project phases and sectors.
• Lead discipline-specific areas using advanced technical expertise.
• Conduct feasibility studies and advise on procurement and contract strategies.
• Apply value management techniques to optimize project outcomes.
• Manage estimating and cost planning, presenting final cost plans to stakeholders.
• Oversee contract documentation, ensuring compliance and formal execution.
• Maintain cost control throughout the contract lifecycle, including monthly reporting.
• Mentor Cost Consultants and drive process improvements aligned with net zero.
You’ll need to have:
- Degree in quantity surveying / cost management (or equivalent).
- Professional membership i.e. MRICS (or equivalent).
- Middle East experience is essential.
Our values
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well-being in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables and 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.
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