Director- Cost Planning. CDU7

Position Overview

The Cost Planning Director will play a critical role in the successful implementation of the Qiddiya Approach for Cost Management, ensuring that projects are delivered with optimal value and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1.       Qiddiya Approach: Get up to speed with and implement the Qiddiya Cost Planning Approach, ensuring compliance with established processes and policies.

2.       Cost Optimization: Optimize value in project outcomes through effective cost planning and management.

3.       Collaboration: Work closely with Business Units as required to run the cost planning function, fostering a cohesive team environment.

4.       Team Leadership: Manage and develop the Cost Planning Team, establishing best practices for accurate cost planning.

5.       Consultant Management: Oversee the Consultant (Quantity Surveyor) to ensure detailed cost planning services are delivered effectively, presenting outcomes at stage gate reviews.

6.       Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with stakeholders and maintain communication plans to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.

7.       Project Leadership: Take the lead in cost planning for other Business Units as needed, managing the intricacies of major projects and guiding Project Managers on design functionality.

8.       Value Engineering: Proactively contribute to adding value through innovative ideas and value engineering during the design process.

9.       Networking: Maintain strong relationships with peers in the Cost Planning and QS consulting community, ensuring networking within the greater Qiddiya business.

10.  Commercial Acumen: Demonstrate commercial astuteness in decision-making and implement plans to improve the bottom line.

11.  Continuous Improvement: Foster the establishment and maintenance of efficient practices to ensure a high level of knowledge regarding technical aspects of building services and design intent.

·       Relevant tertiary qualifications

·       Institute membership such as the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS), Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)

Experience

·       20+ years in the Construction Industry

·       In Cost Planning, Estimating or Quantity Surveying

·       Has managed large value risk projects

·       Is considered an expert in their field and has gained all aspects of technical capabilities in Cost Planning and Estimating

·       Is to provide guidance and support to other Cost Planners as a mentor

Personal Attributes

·       High output orientation and drive

·       Considered decision making and influencing skills.

·       Strong overall awareness and ability to navigate effectively through issues.

·       Practical leadership skills, mind for problem solving and good organizational skills.

·       To act professionally, build trust with others and create strong partnerships and relationships.

·       Work collaboratively to deliver desired outcomes.

·       Be completely adapted to change, adjust rapidly and frequently to new situations, and assist others in adapting to change