Manager - Benchmarking (Cost Planning) - CDU6 - CDUP2009 at Greenfix Property Care

Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost Planning, Data Analysis, Benchmarking, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python, Communication, Collaboration, Leadership, Decision Making, Data Management, Reporting, Visualization, Construction Cost Estimation, Feasibility Analysis

Industry

Household Services

Description

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. General Summary Join Qiddiya Investment Company as a Manager for Benchmarking within Central Development Unit for Cost Planning, where you will play a vital role in leading and managing data-driven benchmarking processes that support pre-contract estimation, and development feasibility studies. You will play a pivotal role in collecting, analyzing, and maintaining accurate cost and design data across various real estate and infrastructure projects, and in developing robust benchmarking tools that support decision-making at both strategic and project levels. General Summary Join Qiddiya Investment Company as a Manager for Benchmarking within Central Development Unit for Cost Planning, where you will play a vital role in leading and managing data-driven benchmarking processes that support pre-contract estimation, and development feasibility studies. You will play a pivotal role in collecting, analyzing, and maintaining accurate cost and design data across various real estate and infrastructure projects, and in developing robust benchmarking tools that support decision-making at both strategic and project levels. Duties and Responsibilities: Data Collection and Management Compile Construction cost data of various asset classes from both within Qiddiya Business Units and external Cost Consultants Maintain databases, ensure proper data storage, and access protocols Collaborate with Central Development Unit data analyst and data office team to ensure consistency in data management Data Validation and Analysis Analyze datasets to identify trends and insights Clean, organize and validate construction cost data to align with benchmarking framework, structure, and guidelines Drive improvement data analysis efficiency Reporting and Visualization Create interactive benchmark dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI, Looker, and Tableau Communicate findings clearly to the various stakeholders Develop automation to generate recurring reports in collaboration with Data Office Team Integration of Technology Explore technological solutions to enhance cost benchmark capabilities and workflows Requirements Qualifications Degree in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management or equivalent Professional Certifications Member of Royal Institution of chartered Surveyors (MRICS), Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS) or equivalent (preferred). Experience Proven experience of specific cost planning and estimation experience in construction or development projects. Worked in local (GCC) construction industry for 2 years or more (preferred). Skills Proven experience with pre-contract cost estimation and early-stage feasibility analysis Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Power BI, SQL, and Python (an advantage) Benchmarking Proficient in benchmarking development/construction cost Proficient in design benchmark (preferred) Communication Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and ensure certainty in outcomes Personal Attributes: Output - High output orientation and drive Decision Making - Considered decision making and influencing skills. Guidance - Is to provide guidance and support to other Cost Planners as a mentor Awareness - Strong overall awareness and ability to navigate effectively through issues. Leadership - Practical leadership skills, mind for problem solving and good organizational skills Relationships - To act professionally, build trust with others and create strong partnerships and relationships. Collaboration - Work collaboratively to deliver desired outcomes. Open to change - Be completely adapted to change, adjust rapidly and frequently to new situations, and assist others in adapting to change. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Business Development Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Sign in to set job alerts for "Planning Manager" roles. Executive Director, Master Planning and Design Manager of Supply Chain and Logistics - Market & Technology Intelligence Senior Manager - Customer Experience Planning (CDU3) - SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) Project Manager Associate Director - Cost Planning (CDU911) - Road Safety Strategy and Planning Manager (MAS 609) Associate Business Director - Media Planning Associate Business Director - Media Planning Transportation Planning & Daily Operations Manager (CDU 11) We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage data-driven benchmarking processes to support pre-contract estimation and development feasibility studies. Collect, analyze, and maintain accurate cost and design data across various real estate and infrastructure projects.