Careers with Omnium

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Cost Manager to lead the post-contract commercial management of a prestigious luxury wellness resort in Al Jarf / Ghantoot, located between Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Working closely with the client and wider project team, you will take responsibility for cost reporting, valuations, variations, payment certifications, change control and final accounts, ensuring robust commercial control throughout the construction phase.

This is a site-based role, so you will need to live nearby or within a commutable distance of the project.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Act as Omnium’s primary point of contact for post-contract commercial matters on a prestigious luxury wellness resort in Al Jarf / Ghantoot, ensuring effective commercial management and successful project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the client, consultants, contractor, and key stakeholders, providing trusted commercial advice throughout the construction phase.
• Lead all post-contract cost management activities, including cost reporting, valuations, variations, payment certifications, cash flow forecasting, and final accounts.
• Provide commercially sound advice on contractual matters, variations, claims, and change management, ensuring commercial risks are identified, assessed, and effectively managed.
• Monitor project costs and financial performance, proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen cost control and support successful project outcomes.
• Prepare and present accurate, insightful commercial reports to the client and senior stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making.
• Attend and contribute to client, consultant, and project meetings, providing clear, confident, and commercially focused guidance.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, industry best practice, and Omnium International’s commercial standards.
• Work collaboratively with the wider project and commercial team to support the successful delivery of the development and achieve the client’s objectives.
• Oversee the preparation, administration, and close-out of post-contract commercial documentation, ensuring accurate and timely records are maintained throughout the project.

Key Skills & Requirements:

• Minimum of 8+ years’ professional experience in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management.
• Demonstrable expertise in delivering comprehensive post-contract cost management services, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Proven track record of successfully managing the commercial aspects of large-scale, complex, and high-value building projects in the Middle East.
• Extensive experience working with leading UAE developers, ideally on luxury hospitality, resort, wellness, or other high-end developments.
• Must live in the Al Jarf / Ghantoot area or within a commutable distance of the site, with the ability to be based on site full-time.
• Strong experience across various forms of contract, with a sound understanding of contractual and commercial principles.
• Demonstrable ability to thrive in client-facing roles, with the professional presence and confidence to build strong relationships and provide trusted commercial advice to clients, consultants, contractors, and other key stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of CostX or another leading measurement and cost management software.
• Good understanding of the UAE construction supply chain, including regional market conditions, subcontractors, and material suppliers.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret, evaluate, and communicate complex cost data effectively.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate commercial reports and communicate complex information in a straightforward and effective manner.

Qualifications & Training:

• University degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or another RICS accredited discipline.
• MRICS qualification preferred, or working towards chartership.

Location:

On site at Al Jarf / Ghantoot (between Dubai and Abu Dhabi), UAE.

Hours:

48 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Start date:

ASAP

About the role

An excellent opportunity for a driven and commercially astute Cost Manager to join our Infrastructure team delivering the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) Parks and Beautification Projects across the region.

Based in the Al Mirfa area of Abu Dhabi, this role is ideally suited to a professional with a strong background in infrastructure, utilities and landscaping works who is looking to play a key role in the delivery of a high-profile public realm programme.

You will be involved in the full commercial lifecycle of the programme, acting as a trusted advisor to the client and ensuring cost certainty, value, and strong commercial governance from early stages through to final account.

Please note that Al Mirfa is a fairly remote location, and the successful candidate will need to be comfortable being based there for the duration of the project.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor and control project costs across multiple parks and beautification packages, tracking actual spend against approved budgets, preparing accurate forecasts, and providing clear, insightful cost reports.
• Identify, assess, and implement cost optimisation and value engineering initiatives without compromising quality or programme.
• Prepare and review cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documentation for infrastructure, utilities, and hard and soft landscaping works.
• Undertake site measurements and valuations in accordance with CESMM, prepare interim payment certificates, and assess the commercial impact of variations and change events.
• Administer contracts in line with FIDIC Red Book 1999, including payment, variation, and claims provisions, and support the Engineer in reaching fair determinations.
• Lead the commercial evaluation and negotiation of variations and contractor claims, providing sound contractual advice to the client.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including work allocation, valuation of completed works, and assessment of change orders.
• Prepare, negotiate, and agree final accounts, ensuring timely financial close-out and resolution of outstanding commercial matters.
• Act as the client’s primary commercial and cost advisor, safeguarding financial interests and supporting informed decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, landscape architects, and consultants to maintain alignment between cost, programme, and technical delivery.

Key Skills & Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years’ post-graduate experience as a QS/Cost Manager, with ideally 5 years’ experience in the GCC.
• Proven experience delivering full-cycle Cost Management services on infrastructure projects such as roads, utilities (water, irrigation, drainage, power, and telecoms), and public realm works.
• Demonstrable experience on landscaping projects, covering both hard landscaping (paving, kerbs, shade structures, street furniture, and play areas) and soft landscaping (planting, trees, turf, and irrigation).
• Strong and demonstrable knowledge of CESMM, including measurement, valuation, and change management principles.
• Strong working knowledge of FIDIC Red Book 1999 (Conditions of Contract for Construction), including the administration of payments, variations, and claims.
• Confident and credible in client-facing environments, with the professional presence to build trusted relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Proficient in CostX or other leading measurement and cost management software.
• Strong understanding of the UAE infrastructure and landscaping supply chain, including regional contractors, suppliers, nurseries, and material pricing trends.
• Highly analytical, with the ability to interpret complex cost data, assess risk, and provide clear commercial insight.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and solutions-focused, with a strong sense of commercial ownership.
• Willing and able to be based in the Al Mirfa area, a fairly remote location within Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications & Training:

• University degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or another RICS accredited course.
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) is highly advantageous.

Salary:

Subject to experience

Location:

Al Mirfa, Abu Dhabi, UAE (site-based).

Hours:

48 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Start date:

ASAP.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Cost Manager to lead the post-contract commercial management of a prestigious luxury branded residence on Palm Jumeirah, Dubai.

Working closely with the client and wider project team, you will take responsibility for cost reporting, valuations, variations, payment certifications, change control and final accounts, ensuring robust commercial control throughout the construction phase.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Act as Omnium’s primary point of contact for post-contract commercial matters on a prestigious luxury branded residence on Palm Jumeirah, ensuring effective commercial management and successful project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the client, consultants, contractor, and key stakeholders, providing trusted commercial advice throughout the construction phase.
• Lead all post-contract cost management activities, including cost reporting, valuations, variations, payment certifications, cash flow forecasting, and final accounts.
• Provide commercially sound advice on contractual matters, variations, claims, and change management, ensuring commercial risks are identified, assessed, and effectively managed.
• Monitor project costs and financial performance, proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen cost control and support successful project outcomes.
• Prepare and present accurate, insightful commercial reports to the client and senior stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making.
• Attend and contribute to client, consultant, and project meetings, providing clear, confident, and commercially focused guidance.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, industry best practice, and Omnium International’s commercial standards.
• Work collaboratively with the wider project and commercial team to support the successful delivery of the development and achieve the client’s objectives.
• Oversee the preparation, administration, and close-out of post-contract commercial documentation, ensuring accurate and timely records are maintained throughout the project.

Key Skills & Requirements:

• Minimum of 8+ years’ professional experience in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management.
• Demonstrable expertise in delivering comprehensive post-contract cost management services, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Proven track record of successfully managing the commercial aspects of large-scale, complex, and high-value building projects in the Middle East.
• Extensive experience working with leading UAE developers, ideally on luxury residential, hospitality, or other high-end developments.
• Strong experience across various forms of contract, with a sound understanding of contractual and commercial principles.
• Demonstrable ability to thrive in client-facing roles, with the professional presence and confidence to build strong relationships and provide trusted commercial advice to clients, consultants, contractors, and other key stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of CostX or another leading measurement and cost management software.
• Good understanding of the UAE construction supply chain, including regional market conditions, subcontractors, and material suppliers.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret, evaluate, and communicate complex cost data effectively.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate commercial reports and communicate complex information in a straightforward and effective manner.

Qualifications & Training:

• University degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or another RICS accredited discipline.
• MRICS qualification preferred, or working towards chartership.

Location:

Palm Jumeirah, Dubai.

Hours:

48 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Start date:

ASAP

About the role

We are seeking a Cost Manager to support the post-contract commercial delivery of a high-profile residential project. Working closely with the client and project team, you will be responsible for cost reporting, valuations, variations, payment certifications, and final accounts, ensuring effective commercial control throughout the construction phase.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of a landmark residential development while building strong client relationships.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Act as Omnium's primary point of contact for post-contract commercial matters on a high-profile residential project, ensuring successful commercial delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders, providing trusted commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage all post-contract cost management activities, including cost reporting, valuations, variations, payment certifications, cash flow forecasting, and final accounts.
• Provide commercially sound advice on contractual matters, variations, and claims, ensuring commercial risks are identified and effectively managed.
• Monitor project costs and financial performance, proactively identifying opportunities to improve cost control and project outcomes.
• Prepare and present accurate commercial reports to clients and senior stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making.
• Attend and contribute to client and project meetings, providing clear and confident commercial guidance.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, industry best practice, and Omnium International's commercial standards.
• Collaborate closely with the wider project team to support the successful delivery of the project and achieve client objectives.
• Support the preparation, administration, and close-out of all post-contract commercial documentation.

Key Skills & Requirements:

• Minimum of 5+ years of total professional experience in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management.
• Demonstrable expertise in providing comprehensive post-contract cost management services is essential.
• Proven track record of successfully managing the commercial aspects of large-scale and complex building projects in the Middle East region.
• Should have extensive experience working with blue-chip UAE developers.
• Experience working with various forms of contract.
• Must have a demonstrable ability to thrive in client-facing roles. The Cost Manager should have the professional poise and confidence to present and build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and other key stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of CostX or another prominent measurement software.
• Demonstrable understanding of the UAE supply chain and extensive knowledge of regional material suppliers.
• Must have high-level analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and evaluate cost data effectively.
• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Negotiation and teamwork skills.
• The ability to write clear and precise reports and to relate complex information in a simple way.

Qualifications & Training:

• University degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or another RICS accredited course.
• MRICS or equivalent professional qualification is highly desirable.

Salary:

Subject to experience.

Location:

Palm Jumeirah Dubai, UAE.

Hours:

48 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Start date:

ASAP

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Pre-Contract Cost Manager to join our Abu Dhabi team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the delivery of pre-contract cost management services across a portfolio of large-scale and complex developments, ensuring projects are effectively planned, budgeted, procured, and delivered in line with client objectives. The role requires strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and excellent client-facing skills.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the delivery of pre-contract cost management services across multiple large-scale and complex projects from feasibility through to tender stage.
• Develop, review, and manage detailed cost plans, estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts throughout all design stages.
• Provide strategic cost advice to clients and project teams, supporting informed decision-making and budget control.
• Lead value engineering and cost optimization exercises to maximize project value while maintaining quality and functionality requirements.
• Undertake cost benchmarking, market analysis, and risk assessments to identify cost drivers, opportunities, and project risks.
• Manage the preparation of tender documentation, including Bills of Quantities (BoQs), pricing schedules, specifications, and tender reports.
• Advise on procurement strategies, contract selection, commercial risks, and tendering approaches to achieve project objectives.
• Review and evaluate tender submissions, prepare tender analysis reports, and provide recommendations for contract award.
• Prepare and present high-quality cost reports, cash flow forecasts, commercial presentations, and client deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, mentor junior team members, and contribute to business development and team growth initiatives.

Key Skills & Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years' postgraduate experience in Quantity Surveying and Cost Management, including at least 5 years within the Middle East.
• Proven track record of delivering pre-contract cost management services on large-scale and complex projects.
• Strong experience working within a Cost Consultancy or Project Management Consultancy environment.
• Demonstrated experience across multiple sectors, including residential, hospitality, commercial, retail, mixed-use, and infrastructure developments.
• Advanced proficiency in CostX software for measurement, estimating, cost planning, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of UAE construction costs, procurement practices, supply chains, and market dynamics.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and utilise cost data effectively.
• Exceptional client-facing, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce high-quality reports and presentations.
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, and teamwork capabilities.

Qualifications & Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional membership with RICS (MRICS) or equivalent recognized professional accreditation.
• Additional professional qualifications and certifications will be considered advantageous.

Salary:

Subject to experience.

Location:

Abu Dhabi.

Hours:

48 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Start date:

July/August 2026