Cost Control - Section Head

About the Role

BEC Arabia is at the forefront of delivering transformative construction and infrastructure projects across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. As the Cost Control - Section Head, you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial success of our projects, driving cost efficiency, and maintaining alignment with project budgets and timelines. Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, you will lead a team of cost engineers and analysts, collaborating closely with project managers, procurement teams, and senior leadership.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work on some of the Kingdom’s most ambitious projects, including mega-developments under Saudi Vision 2030. From day-to-day cost tracking to high-level forecasting and reporting, you will be instrumental in optimizing resources and ensuring financial accountability. Your expertise will directly contribute to BEC Arabia's reputation for delivering world-class projects on time and within budget.

If you are a seasoned cost control professional with a passion for excellence and a desire to make a tangible impact, this role offers a dynamic and rewarding career path within one of Saudi Arabia’s premier construction firms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of cost control systems, processes, and tools to ensure accurate project cost tracking and reporting.
• Monitor project budgets, expenditures, and forecasts to identify variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed cost reports and dashboards for senior management, ensuring transparency and actionable insights.
• Coordinate with project managers, procurement teams, and finance departments to align cost control activities with project objectives.
• Develop and maintain cost breakdown structures (CBS) and work breakdown structures (WBS) for all assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Building Code (SBC) and client-specific cost management requirements, including ARAMCO and SABIC standards where applicable.
• Analyze cost trends and risks, providing recommendations to mitigate financial impacts.
• Review and validate contractor and vendor invoices against approved budgets and contracts.
• Support tendering and procurement processes by providing cost estimates and budgetary inputs.
• Train and mentor junior cost engineers and analysts to build internal capabilities within the cost control function.
• Collaborate with the planning and scheduling team to integrate cost and schedule performance data.
• Ensure adherence to Saudization (Nitaqat) requirements and compliance with Saudi Labor Law for cost control personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cost control, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the construction or infrastructure industry.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, SAP, and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of cost management frameworks such as Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Familiarity with Saudi Building Code (SBC) and ARAMCO standards for cost control.
• Registration with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE).
• Demonstrated experience in mega-projects or large-scale infrastructure developments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Construction Management, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field.
• Certification in Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Cost Professional (CCP).
• Experience with BIM-based cost estimation tools.
• Knowledge of Mostadam or LEED green building standards.
• Prior experience working on Saudi Vision 2030 giga-projects.

Working Conditions

• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
• Work Environment: Primarily office-based with regular visits to construction sites.
• Travel: Occasional regional travel to project sites across the Kingdom.
• PPE: Required during site visits (provided by BEC Arabia).
• Climate: Exposure to hot and arid conditions during site visits.
• Work Hours: Standard workweek with potential for extended hours during critical project phases.

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within a leading construction firm involved in iconic projects.
• Training & Development: Access to professional training programs and certifications.
• Safety Culture: Commitment to the highest safety standards across all projects.
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package, performance bonuses, and benefits.
• Diverse Projects: Exposure to mega-projects under Saudi Vision 2030.
• Multicultural Environment: Work alongside a talented and diverse team of professionals.

Suggested Required Skills

• Primavera P6
• SAP
• Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
• Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS)
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Budget Forecasting
• ARAMCO Standards
• Saudi Building Code (SBC)

Suggested Preferred Skills

• BIM-based Cost Estimation
• LEED or Mostadam Standards
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Cost Professional (CCP)
• Mega-Project Experience

Suggested Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Suggested Min Years Experience

10

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