Cost Manager (Facilities Management)

Job description / Role

We are currently hiring a Project Costing Manager experienced in facility management for one of our clients in KSA. The job location is based in Jeddah.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and maintain project cost reports and forecasts
• Ensure alignment of project budgets with contract requirements
• Track and control actual costs against budgets across multiple facilities projects
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements
• Prepare financial reports for management and support audits
• Liaise with procurement, operations, and FM service teams to validate costs

Education & Certifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field
• Professional certifications such as CMA, CPA, or PMP are an advantage
• Certification or training in facilities or asset management is a plus

Experience:
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in cost control, project finance, or quantity surveying
• At least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory costing role within the facilities management, construction, or real estate sector
• Experience working with maintenance, soft/hard services, and CAPEX/OPEX budgeting is highly desirable

Technical Skills:
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation, budgeting, and forecasting techniques
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle), and project management tools
• Familiarity with contract types (lump sum, cost-plus, unit price) and vendor management
• Understanding of building systems, maintenance cycles, and service-level costing

Salary:
SAR 30,000 to 35,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.
Additional benefits: Medical Insurance, Flight Ticket

About the Company

Service

Our aim is to provide our clients and candidates with a consistent, quality service that goes beyond the norm, giving them peace of mind and complete trust in our ability to meet their needs.

Knowledge

Big Fish consultants specialise in their fields and have extensive experience in the region and beyond. We take pride in our knowledge and network and believe that our relationships are built on trust and integrity and are made for the long term.

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