Job Description

Due to the continued success and growth of our AESG team, a fantastic opportunity has opened up at our award-winning Specialist Consultancy, Engineering, and Advisory Firm. We are headquartered in London, Riyadh, Singapore, South Africa, Egypt, Australia and Dubai, working throughout the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Our areas of expertise are represented in four core verticals: Building Engineering, Planning and Infrastructure, Strategy and Advisory, and Commissioning, Handover, and Asset Management. We pride ourselves on being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated teams with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, cost management, facade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management, and acoustics.

AESG are currently looking for experienced and driven

Senior Cost Manager

to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in driving procurement strategy, cost management and commercial delivery within complex construction or infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement

procurement strategies

and delivery routes aligned with project objectives. Support the formation and management of

Integrated Project Team Delivery Models

. Lead

accelerated procurement

of Provisional Sum Packages, including: + Development of

Provisional Sum Matrices

+ Preparation of

Responsibility Matrices

+ Drafting of

Division 1 Specifications

and

Package Scope of Works

Define general requirements and delineate responsibilities for

Main Contractors and Sub-Contractors

, including drafting RFP schedules. Oversee

tendering processes

: prequalification, preparation of tender and pricing documentation (Bills of Quantities), tender issue, clarifications, interviews, evaluations, negotiations, and final award. Prepare and manage

contract documentation

in line with project requirements and governance standards. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication throughout the procurement lifecycle. Manage vendor and supply chain engagement using best practice

processes and procedures

. Utilize

procurement systems

(e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle) for efficient sourcing and compliance tracking. Monitor and report on

budget vs. committed costs

, supporting cost control and mentoring where necessary. Lead and support

cost estimation

,

cost planning

, and

benchmarking

exercises. Utilize software tools such as

CostX

for accurate quantity take-offs and cost assessments. Identify and implement

Value Engineering

opportunities to enhance project value. Deliver clear, actionable insights through

dashboard reporting

using tools such as

PowerBI

. Maintain

excellent organizational, planning, communication, and reporting

skills to manage competing priorities effectively. Foster a collaborative,

team-oriented environment

and build strong working relationships across disciplines. Ensure

strict confidentiality

is maintained in all commercial dealings.

Qualifications & Experience:

8 to12 years

of relevant professional experience in cost management and procurement.

BSc in Quantity Surveying, Procurement, or a related field

is required.

RICS qualification or active RICS training

is preferred but not essential. Proven ability to lead teams, manage stakeholders, and oversee multiple packages concurrently. Strong knowledge of procurement, tendering, and contract management in construction or infrastructure environments.

Why join AESG?

AESG is a multidisciplinary specialist consultancy, offering a consultancy service and work environment like no other.


Through our world-class reputation for innovative thinking, pushing projects to outperform expectations through smart application of planning, engineering and architectural solutions, our project portfolio includes some of the world's most forward-thinking and exciting new developments.


The success of our company is built on the success of individuals. Our ability to achieve what we have is because our staff are driven, passionate and love what they do.

As an employee of AESG you can expect:

Great career opportunities as the company continues to grow, with access to huge variety of projects and incredible clients Working on some of the worlds leading developments and tackling our clients greatest challenges Commitment in building on your areas of specialism and focal interest points, supporting your professional development through a structured training and mentorship program Highly collaborative approach across the different technical service offerings Promotion of the importance of health and well-being of the team, including team-building fitness activities, social events and the provision of a healthy work environment * To be part of a dynamic and motivated team with an amazing team