Senior Cost Manager

Atkins Realis are currently looking for Senior Cost Manager to be part one of our prestigious projects in Qatar. **About Atkins Réalis** **Qualifications** - Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Engineering - Has at least 5 years Middle East experience - Overall minimum 10 years experience - Works within a wider delivery team / manages his own project(s) - Has successfully contributed to the delivery of pre and post contract services on a limited number of projects - Can demonstrate pre and post contract experience on several asset types such as Residential, Hospitality & Leisure, Retail, Infrastructure - Typically assists more senior member of the team (Commercial Manager) in execution and management of tasks at a project level - MRICS preferred but not essential **Technical knowledge** - Has a thorough understanding of all aspects of construction - Has a thorough understanding of local contracts (FIDIC) and practices - Knowledge of Cost X or similar estimating software **Employment practice** Pre-contract - Has worked on procurement routes such as Traditional, Design & Build, Management Contracting, Construction Management and Cost Plus. - Can write professional reports - Can advise on benchmarking and market trends if questioned by employees - Can write monthly cost reports to be approved by Managers - Can manage a small team to enable deliverables Post-contract - Can undertake interim payments to be approved by Managers - Can write monthly cost reports to be approved by Managers - Can evaluate claims in relation to quantum in co-ordination with the Engineer - Can evaluate and negotiate variations with contractors - Can make assessments for materials on site - Can make payment recommendations for professional services for approval by Managers - Can produce project final account to be approved by Managers **Rewards & Benefits** - We offer an excellent package which includes: - A competitive salary - Accommodation allowance; - Transportation allowance; - 22 working days annual leave - Medical and life insurance cover; - Company gratuity scheme; - Discretionary bonus scheme; - Annual flight allowance to point of origin **Equal Opportunities Statement** We pursue this commitment by: - Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented. - Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice. - Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect. - Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimization and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. - Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees’ ability.