Senior Cost Engineer – Civil & Infrastructure | Ably Resources LTD

Location: Qatar
Sector: Energy / Major Infrastructure Projects
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience

About the Role

Ably Resources is partnering with a leading energy organisation in Qatar to recruit an experienced Senior Cost Engineer to support the successful delivery of large-scale civil and infrastructure projects across the full project lifecycle.

This role sits within a central Project Engineering and Procurement Services function and is responsible for cost engineering, budgeting, estimating, invoicing, and cost control activities across a diverse portfolio of projects. These projects span early-stage studies through to FEED, EPIC, construction, and commercial close-out.

The position offers exposure to high-value capital programmes, ranging from multi-million to multi-billion QAR projects, and requires a commercially astute cost professional capable of operating independently in a demanding project environment.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Estimation & Budgeting

• Develop and maintain detailed cost estimates across all stages of the project lifecycle, including studies, FEED, EPIC, tenders, and work change requests (WCRs).
• Prepare preliminary estimates for scope options and evaluate the cost impact of design and scope changes.
• Establish and manage project contingencies using probabilistic cost risk analysis techniques.
• Maintain full estimate traceability supported by appropriate documentation.

Tendering & Commercial Evaluation

• Develop customised Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS) aligned with scope of work, pricing notes, and tender requirements.
• Support the preparation of tender documentation in coordination with engineering and contracts teams.
• Participate in technical and commercial bid evaluations, providing variance analysis against corporate estimates.
• Review and evaluate contractor claims, technical deviation requests (TDRs), and WCR proposals, preparing formal cost evaluation reports.

Cost Control & Reporting

• Monitor and report project cost performance, including approved changes, potential variations, claims, and forecasts to completion.
• Prepare cost variance analyses and provide detailed cost information for senior management and steering committee reviews.
• Support annual budget preparation and budget revisions, including justification of variances.

Invoicing & Financial Administration

• Create release orders (ROs) and service entry sheets (SES) in SAP to support contractor invoicing and payment processing.
• Review, assess, and endorse contractor invoices and claims in line with contract terms and cost evaluations.
• Support project commercial close-out activities, including final accounts, asset capitalisation schedules, and close-out reporting.

Process Improvement & Data Management

• Contribute to the development and standardisation of cost estimation methodologies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Maintain and update cost databases, historical project data, bid benchmarks, and market pricing information.
• Interface regularly with suppliers, vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders to maintain up-to-date market intelligence.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Civil Engineering.
• Professional certification such as AACE Certified Estimating Professional (CEP), Certified Cost Engineer (CCE), or equivalent is highly desirable.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ hands-on experience in cost engineering and estimation.
• At least 5 years’ experience focused on civil and infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience delivering cost estimates for studies, FEED, EPIC, and stage-gate approvals.
• Strong background in claims assessment, negotiations, and dispute resolution.
• Experience in tendering processes, contracting strategies, and technical/commercial bid evaluation.

Technical & Systems Skills

• High level of proficiency in cost estimation software, SAP, and MS Office applications.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess cost risk, contingency, and forecast accuracy.
• Familiarity with international project controls and cost engineering best practices.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong commercial judgement with the ability to work independently under pressure.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working extended hours to meet project deadlines when required.

Compensation & Benefits

The role offers a highly attractive, tax-free remuneration package, supported by a strong and comprehensive benefits package, designed to support long-term career stability and relocation to Qatar.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a major energy organisation delivering complex, high-value civil and infrastructure projects. The role offers long-term career security, exposure to large-scale capital programmes, and an excellent lifestyle opportunity in Qatar.