Cost Accounting Manager Jobs - Al Wakrah Qatar

Primary Purpose Of The Job<br><br>Manage independent Cost estimation and Cost advice for developing and implementing various Capital, Production, Maintenance, HSE and Refinery Shutdown Projects. Execute cost estimate for in-house Plant modification for optimizing and improving Refinery processes, production and HSE requirements.<br><br>Required Experience And Skills<br><br>Minimum 12 years oil and gas experience in cost estimation, contractor interface, planning and costing. Excellent oral and written English, communication combined with good presentation skills. Experience in MS Office applications and leadership and motivation ability and Problem-solving skills.<br><br>Educational Qualifications<br><br>Civil/Mechanical/process Degree holder from internationally recognized university. Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and / or Certified Cost Professional (CCP) certified cost engineer (AACE) will assets.

Job Purpose<br><br>This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining an effective Contract life cycle for goods and services in a cost effective and professional manner to protect Company interests. This role is responsible for high value & complex contracting & capital procurement of services related to Turnaround Section. The role holder has a prime responsibility in coordinating with all Sr. Engineers within turnaround Section and other trades to ensure smooth running of the turnaround contracting services.<br><br>Roles in this level have responsibility for coordination of all turnaround project's aspects in review and development of planning, monitoring, control and maintaining turnaround details.<br><br>Communicate closely with Finance, commercial and supply chain to ensure the quality and correctness of data in the turnaround management system. Examine and evaluate the contractor's turnaround plans, procedures and performance.<br><br>This role shall support in preparation and establishment of the Company’s long term rolling plan of Turnaround Future Capex Plan, in cooperation with Finance Department and all other Client Departments.<br><br>Responsible for developing the cost database in accordance with the industry best practices and also maintains it in order to keep the cost data and its structure current.<br><br>This role includes supporting and assisting the Sr. Contracts & Logistics Engineer in preparing submittal of the required statistical reports and trends on a regular basis on the portfolio, to support Head of Turnaround and other stakeholders on having the status overview on turnaround execution.<br><br>Assist the Sr. Contracts & Logistics Engineer in maintaining, reviewing, and updating the turnaround control procedures and forms and ensure its adherence within the Section.<br><br>Key Accountabilities<br><br>Contracting process:<br><br>Analyze the scope of work and plan the best method of enquiry / tendering process and subsequently the appropriate type of contract. Prepare memo to competent authorities and obtain necessary approval. Initiate procurement process by consolidated the requirements of all services required for turnaround section. Explore and establish long term contracts for repeated nature of contracting services. Identify all the potential bidders in case of direct invitation & closed tenders in consultation with the Supply chain and initiate tenders after obtaining due approvals. Explore cost saving measures by consolidating needs/requirements at various levels of requisitioning/enquiry/tendering/order processing/post order activities.<br><br>Development Planning & Control System Procedures<br><br>Develop and monitor implementation of planning and controlling system procedures by developing the policies, procedures, and methodologies.<br><br>Development Of Specification And Cost Estimates<br><br>Encourage and assist end-users to develop cost and effective competitive specifications to ensure that all elements of cost and product specifications are taken into consideration. Promotes ‘Zero Base Costing’ to reflect the market situation in the cost estimates.<br><br>Liaison With Stakeholders<br><br>Liaise closely with all relevant sections within QAFCO concerning planning, monitoring, execution, and budgeting.<br><br>Cost Control Activities<br><br>Supports line management by reporting periodically cost forecast trends for portfolio and give early alarm for cost overrun of Turnarounds.<br><br>Periodic reporting of cost forecast trends for all Turnarounds listed within the portfolio and to give early alarm for cost overrun of Turnarounds.<br><br>Review, monitoring, analysis, and reporting of all Turnarounds associated expenditure spending.<br><br>Preparation of monthly progress reports, monthly accruals report, quarterly outlook reports, and other reports required by internal and external stakeholders.<br><br>Perform budget versus actual performance variance analysis and provide explanation for management reporting.<br><br>Annual Budgeting Process And Cost Control<br><br>Support in coordinating with various stakeholders within the Organization in preparation of the annual 5 Years rolling Capital Turnarounds Plan, its follow-up and control of costs.<br><br>Work with accounting section to ensure correct accounting treatment e.g., OPEX/ Capex and pre Turnaround stages in accordance with QAFCO procedures.<br><br>Ensure all expenses are fully allocated and absorbed into Turnarounds expenses and work orders and work with Planning and Budgeting section to ensure the time writing rates are appropriate and up to date.<br><br>Progress Monitoring & Analyses<br><br>Support in generation of management information on Turnarounds performance, monthly reports, and quarterly board reports as well as monitor Turnarounds progress and update forecast Turnarounds spend. Assist in analyzing and reporting variances to Turnarounds budget and taking actions on over and underspends. Coordinate accrual process for Turnarounds ensuring Turnaround accruals is correct.<br><br>Cost Estimates/ Cost Database<br><br>Be fully responsible for reviewing Turnaround cost estimates at various stages of Turnaround maturity to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the scope of work for various types.<br><br>Act as a resource for best cost engineering and estimating practices.<br><br>Set up and maintain cost management databases and make use of available software to ensure increased accuracy in turnaround cost estimation.<br><br>Training Responsibility<br><br>Participate in the on-the-job training of trainees and newly hired personnel within the Section to ensure that they develop the necessary skills to independently carry out assigned activities.<br><br>Support development of team capability in turnaround planning methodologies, scheduling tools, and best practices.<br><br>Ensure the right and proper transfer of knowledge is Carried out with all national staff.<br><br>IT Knowledge & Skills<br><br>Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).<br><br>Working knowledge of SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) and SAP MM (Materials Management) modules.<br><br>Educational Qualification & Experience<br><br>Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline.<br><br>10-15 years’ direct and relevant experience.

Primary Purpose Of The Job<br><br>Manage independent Cost estimation and Cost advice for developing and implementing various Capital, Production, Maintenance, HSE and Refinery Shutdown Projects. Execute cost estimate for in-house Plant modification for optimizing and improving Refinery processes, production and HSE requirements.<br><br>Required Experience And Skills<br><br>Minimum 12 years oil and gas experience in cost estimation, contractor interface, planning and costing. Excellent oral and written English, communication combined with good presentation skills. Experience in MS Office applications and leadership and motivation ability and Problem-solving skills.<br><br>Educational Qualifications<br><br>Civil/Mechanical/process Degree holder from internationally recognized university. Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and / or Certified Cost Professional (CCP) certified cost engineer (AACE) will assets.

Job Summary<br><br>The role holder is responsible for managing the projects department and for the overall direction, development, coordination, implementation, execution, control, completion, handover, and close-out of projects ensuring consistency with Company strategy, commitments, and goals. Ensuring this opportunity are executed as greenfield and brownfield projects within existing QAFCO facilities, Shutdown and non-shutdown. The role holder leads multi-disciplined teams of head of sections, engineers that will manage a balanced project department projects portfolio on short and long term according to the company’s requirements and plans. Oversees the contracting, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover until close-out of the project’s safety within agreed cost and schedule while meeting quality, project objectives and business controls following QAFCO project management systems.<br><br>The role is heavily oriented towards providing direction to technical problem solving, decision-making, analysis of project department portfolio through the application of analytical and innovative techniques. The role holder reports to the Chief Technical Officer.<br><br>Key Accountabilities<br><br>Act as the owner/custodian of the QAFCO’s project management methodology and coordinate, tracks for continuous improvements, integrity of system, compliance, training, sustainability. Plan, direct, lead and organise the activities of the projects department to ensure that budgets and R&A plans are met through the optimisation and efficient utilisation of available manpower and working hours and that staff are motivated to realise potential and make significant contributions. Direct and manage the activities of Head of Sections, Project Engineers, Project Support in the planning, scheduling, design quality and execution of projects. Support the Sr. Management with the execution of all aspects of the project including managing the staff, providing vision and strategic leadership, providing, and contributing to the 5-years capital plan, monitoring and control of project schedules and budgets, evaluating project productivity and quality and directing the complete technical operations of the project. Providing recurrent projects executive summary reporting. Monitor project’s balance score cards to meet objectives and expectations. Participate on the performance management meetings. Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organization structure for the department that will be utilise human capital on the current and forecasted workload to meet the business objectives. Ensure that the relevant disciplines / trades follow valid standards, technical requirements, and good engineering practices to ensure that projects are executed in line with agreed specifications. Approve and maintain modern and good standards on engineering practices in the department. Ensure that the MOC process is followed into the projects, prior to changes taking place. This as part of the governance. Ensure RCA on projects is implemented for positive and gaps and to capture as lessons learnt projects life cycle, and their implementation in future projects. Develop QAFCO’s project management methodology, tools, templates, forms, procedures & guidelines to ensure consistent evaluation and implementation of projects. Actively contribute to balance the project portfolio on short- and long-term regarding contribution to profitability, safety, health, environment, and product quality, according to QAFCO’s goals and objectives. Liaise closely with other departments/sections within QAFCO concerning project planning and execution. Monitor and approve project planning and strategy baselines and updates/changes prior to approach respective committees related. Ensure proper interfacing during entire project life cycle with application of the QAFCO’s project management methodology. Guide and provide direction for potential problem areas, technical information, staffing priorities and identify solutions where necessary. Lead by example, as a role model with innovation and differentiation, sharing and developing knowledge, competencies, serving as coach and mentors to all projects department members, and functions supporting on project. Responsible to maintain proper staffing levels to meet project requirements. Innovate spirit in the department, motivate, develop, and appraise performance of employees under area of responsibility to achieve improved performance and individual contribution. Plan and participate in the development of nationals for their learning and growing career.<br><br>Desired Candidate Profile<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in relevant Engineering discipline.15 years direct and relevant experience in oil/gas or petrochemical industry with minimum 5 years in a project management role. Fully conversant and knowledge as Subject Matter expert in project management and project engineering and construction management will be added as an advantage.

Job Summary:The role holder is responsible for managing the projects department and for the overall direction, development, coordination, implementation, execution, control, completion, handover, and close-out of projects ensuring consistency with Company strategy, commitments, and goals. Ensuring this opportunity are executed as greenfield and brownfield projects within existing QAFCO facilities, Shutdown and non-shutdown. The role holder leads multi-disciplined teams of head of sections, engineers that will manage a balanced project department projects portfolio on short and long term according to the company’s requirements and plans. Oversees the contracting, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover until close-out of the project’s safety within agreed cost and schedule while meeting quality, project objectives and business controls following QAFCO project management systems.<br>The role is heavily oriented towards providing direction to technical problem solving, decision-making, analysis of project department portfolio through the application of analytical and innovative techniques. The role holder reports to the Chief Technical Officer.<br>Key Accountabilities:Act as the owner/custodian of the QAFCO’s project management methodology and coordinate, tracks for continuous improvements, integrity of system, compliance, training, sustainability. Plan, direct, lead and organise the activities of the projects department to ensure that budgets and R&A plans are met through the optimisation and efficient utilisation of available manpower and working hours and that staff are motivated to realise potential and make significant contributions. Direct and manage the activities of Head of Sections, Project Engineers, Project Support in the planning, scheduling, design quality and execution of projects. Support the Sr. Management with the execution of all aspects of the project including managing the staff, providing vision and strategic leadership, providing, and contributing to the 5-years capital plan, monitoring and control of project schedules and budgets, evaluating project productivity and quality and directing the complete technical operations of the project. Providing recurrent projects executive summary reporting. Monitor project’s balance score cards to meet objectives and expectations. Participate on the performance management meetings. Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organization structure for the department that will be utilise human capital on the current and forecasted workload to meet the business objectives. Ensure that the relevant disciplines / trades follow valid standards, technical requirements, and good engineering practices to ensure that projects are executed in line with agreed specifications. Approve and maintain modern and good standards on engineering practices in the department. Ensure that the MOC process is followed into the projects, prior to changes taking place. This as part of the governance. Ensure RCA on projects is implemented for positive and gaps and to capture as lessons learnt projects life cycle, and their implementation in future projects. Develop QAFCO’s project management methodology, tools, templates, forms, procedures & guidelines to ensure consistent evaluation and implementation of projects. Actively contribute to balance the project portfolio on short- and long-term regarding contribution to profitability, safety, health, environment, and product quality, according to QAFCO’s goals and objectives. Liaise closely with other departments/sections within QAFCO concerning project planning and execution. Monitor and approve project planning and strategy baselines and updates/changes prior to approach respective committees related. Ensure proper interfacing during entire project life cycle with application of the QAFCO’s project management methodology. Guide and provide direction for potential problem areas, technical information, staffing priorities and identify solutions where necessary. Lead by example, as a role model with innovation and differentiation, sharing and developing knowledge, competencies, serving as coach and mentors to all projects department members, and functions supporting on project Responsible to maintain proper staffing levels to meet project requirements. Innovate spirit in the department, motivate, develop, and appraise performance of employees under area of responsibility to achieve improved performance and individual contribution. Plan and participate in the development of nationals for their learning and growing career.<br>Desired Candidate Profile:Bachelor’s degree in relevant Engineering discipline.15 years direct and relevant experience in oil/gas or petrochemical industry with minimum 5 years in a project management role. Fully conversant and knowledge as Subject Matter expert in project management and project engineering and construction management will be added as an advantage.

Job Summary:The role holder is responsible for managing the projects department and for the overall direction, development, coordination, implementation, execution, control, completion, handover, and close-out of projects ensuring consistency with Company strategy, commitments, and goals. Ensuring this opportunity are executed as greenfield and brownfield projects within existing QAFCO facilities, Shutdown and non-shutdown. The role holder leads multi-disciplined teams of head of sections, engineers that will manage a balanced project department projects portfolio on short and long term according to the company’s requirements and plans. Oversees the contracting, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover until close-out of the project’s safety within agreed cost and schedule while meeting quality, project objectives and business controls following QAFCO project management systems.<br>The role is heavily oriented towards providing direction to technical problem solving, decision-making, analysis of project department portfolio through the application of analytical and innovative techniques. The role holder reports to the Chief Technical Officer.<br>Key Accountabilities:Act as the owner/custodian of the QAFCO’s project management methodology and coordinate, tracks for continuous improvements, integrity of system, compliance, training, sustainability. Plan, direct, lead and organise the activities of the projects department to ensure that budgets and R&A plans are met through the optimisation and efficient utilisation of available manpower and working hours and that staff are motivated to realise potential and make significant contributions. Direct and manage the activities of Head of Sections, Project Engineers, Project Support in the planning, scheduling, design quality and execution of projects. Support the Sr. Management with the execution of all aspects of the project including managing the staff, providing vision and strategic leadership, providing, and contributing to the 5-years capital plan, monitoring and control of project schedules and budgets, evaluating project productivity and quality and directing the complete technical operations of the project. Providing recurrent projects executive summary reporting. Monitor project’s balance score cards to meet objectives and expectations. Participate on the performance management meetings. Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organization structure for the department that will be utilise human capital on the current and forecasted workload to meet the business objectives. Ensure that the relevant disciplines / trades follow valid standards, technical requirements, and good engineering practices to ensure that projects are executed in line with agreed specifications. Approve and maintain modern and good standards on engineering practices in the department. Ensure that the MOC process is followed into the projects, prior to changes taking place. This as part of the governance. Ensure RCA on projects is implemented for positive and gaps and to capture as lessons learnt projects life cycle, and their implementation in future projects. Develop QAFCO’s project management methodology, tools, templates, forms, procedures & guidelines to ensure consistent evaluation and implementation of projects. Actively contribute to balance the project portfolio on short- and long-term regarding contribution to profitability, safety, health, environment, and product quality, according to QAFCO’s goals and objectives. Liaise closely with other departments/sections within QAFCO concerning project planning and execution. Monitor and approve project planning and strategy baselines and updates/changes prior to approach respective committees related. Ensure proper interfacing during entire project life cycle with application of the QAFCO’s project management methodology. Guide and provide direction for potential problem areas, technical information, staffing priorities and identify solutions where necessary. Lead by example, as a role model with innovation and differentiation, sharing and developing knowledge, competencies, serving as coach and mentors to all projects department members, and functions supporting on project Responsible to maintain proper staffing levels to meet project requirements. Innovate spirit in the department, motivate, develop, and appraise performance of employees under area of responsibility to achieve improved performance and individual contribution. Plan and participate in the development of nationals for their learning and growing career.<br>Desired Candidate Profile:Bachelor’s degree in relevant Engineering discipline.15 years direct and relevant experience in oil/gas or petrochemical industry with minimum 5 years in a project management role. Fully conversant and knowledge as Subject Matter expert in project management and project engineering and construction management will be added as an advantage.

<p>WE ARE HIRING: PROJECT DIRECTOR – MAJOR WASTEWATER EPC PROGRAMME</p><p>Mobilization: Immediate / earliest availability</p><p>CME Wakra Water W.L.L. is seeking an accomplished Project Director to assume executive responsibility for the integrated delivery of the Al Wakra and Al Wukair Sewage Treatment Plant and OCF-2 Works.</p><p>This is a critical leadership appointment for a complex, multidisciplinary EPC programme involving engineering, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning and handover across two project sites.</p><p>The successful candidate will lead project delivery across:</p><ul><li><p>HSE, environmental compliance and workforce welfare</p></li><li><p>Engineering, design integration and technical assurance</p></li><li><p>Procurement and expediting of critical long-lead equipment</p></li><li><p>Civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and control works</p></li><li><p>Primavera P6 programme management and schedule recovery</p></li><li><p>Testing, commissioning, performance testing and handover</p></li><li><p>Cost control, cash flow and forecast-at-completion</p></li><li><p>Contract administration, variations, EOT and claims management</p></li><li><p>Subcontractor, vendor and supply-chain performance</p></li><li><p>Employer, Engineer and Qatar authority interfaces</p></li><li><p>Recruitment, mobilisation and leadership of a multicultural project team</p></li></ul><p>MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS</p><p>Candidates should demonstrate:</p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical/Process, Electrical or Environmental Engineering</p></li><li><p>Minimum 20 years of progressive engineering and construction experience</p></li><li><p>At least 12 years in major contractor-side EPC delivery</p></li><li><p>At least five years as Project Director, Project Executive or equivalent single-point project leader</p></li><li><p>Successful delivery of at least one major wastewater, water infrastructure or comparable process-plant EPC project through commissioning and handover</p></li><li><p>Leadership experience on a complex EPC project or programme valued at USD 300 million or more</p></li><li><p>Minimum five years of GCC experience, preferably including at least two years in Qatar</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of FIDIC-style EPC contracts, variations, EOT, claims, payment certification and dispute avoidance</p></li><li><p>Executive-level understanding of Primavera P6, critical-path analysis, schedule recovery, resource planning, cost forecasting and risk management</p></li><li><p>Fluent written and spoken English; Arabic would be a strong advantage</p></li><li><p>Ability to work full-time in Qatar and maintain a visible presence at both project sites</p></li></ul><br><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><br><ul><li><p>Chartered Engineer, CEng, P.Eng., PE or equivalent professional registration</p></li><li><p>Current Qatar Ministry of Municipality engineering registration</p></li><li><p>NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent HSE leadership qualification</p></li><li><p>Formal training in FIDIC contracts, claims, negotiation or dispute avoidance</p></li></ul><p>We are looking for a decisive, commercially aware and technically credible leader who can build a high-performing team, protect the critical path, manage complex stakeholder interfaces and deliver safely without compromising quality, operability or contractual entitlement.</p>