Cost Manager

Role Overview

Cost Manager at JLL, based in the Dubai office, United Arab Emirates.

Company Overview

JLL is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. The company combines world-class services, advisory, and technology to help clients shape the future of real estate. JLL is committed to hiring talented people and empowering them to build meaningful careers.

Role Purpose

The Cost Manager will deliver post-contract cost and commercial support services, demonstrating high technical capability, sound commercial knowledge, and a strong understanding of key cost and value drivers. The role involves capturing and sharing knowledge and driving innovation in service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Administration & Post-Contract Services

• Provide support to cost and commercial teams in the delivery of post-contract services.
• Demonstrate strength in contract administration and contract management.
• Manage variations and assist in closing out projects, claims, and variations.

Budget & Financial Management

• Manage and update project budgets.
• Prepare cash flow reports.
• Draft monthly payment recommendations.

Commercial Operations

• Conduct site walks with project teams.
• Take suitable commercial meeting minutes.
• Prepare weekly commercial dashboards.

Systems & Tools

• Use CostX, Excel, and other Microsoft Office programmes to an advanced level.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5–7 years of relevant working experience.
• Degree in a related subject (BSc Quantity Surveying).
• Previous experience working in the Middle East.
• Experience pre- and post-contract in project or programme delivery teams.
• MRICS certification would be advantageous but is not essential.

Additional Information

• Work location: On-site, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.