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About the Estimating Manager Role

Parsons Corporation is seeking an Estimating Manager for a full-time position in Tabūk, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. This critical role involves leading cost forecasting and estimating functions for a landmark giga-project in the region. The manager will be responsible for developing and managing comprehensive capital cost estimates across multiple phases of mega-scale infrastructure, building, and civil engineering works.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of conceptual, definitive, and detailed capital cost estimates ($1B+ scope) for civil, structural, MEP, and infrastructure systems.
• Continuously monitor global and local supply chain trends, labor rates, and material commodity prices to develop robust, market-aligned cost databases for the Tabuk region.
• Conduct quantitative risk analysis and probabilistic estimating (*, Monte Carlo simulations) to determine appropriate project contingency levels.
• Review, evaluate, and benchmark contractor commercial bids; participate in value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Partner closely with Planning/Scheduling, Procurement, Design, and Project Control teams to ensure cost estimates are aligned with project schedules and execution strategies.
• Prepare and present detailed cost estimate reports, basis of estimate (BOE) documentation, and financial variances to senior management and client leadership.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification from recognized institutions (*, RICS, AACE International, CCP, CEP) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in commercial management and cost estimation within the heavy civil, infrastructure, or mega-construction sectors.
• Proven experience delivering estimating management services on large-scale, high-value infrastructure developments or remote giga-projects.
• Expert-level proficiency with industry-standard estimating software (*, Candy CCS, Cleopatra Enterprise, CostX, or Timberline) and advanced Excel modeling.
• Prior experience in the Middle East (GCC region) is highly advantageous, specifically understanding regional procurement pathways, local contractor markets, and logistics in remote areas.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to synthesize complex, incomplete design data into accurate financial forecasts.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, capable of presenting and defending estimates to executive stakeholders and external clients.
• Ability to thrive in a highly dynamic environment where project scopes evolve rapidly.

Project Context and Work Environment

This full-time position operates within a fast-paced Project Management Consultancy (PMC) environment. The role is integral to providing the financial clarity and risk-adjusted cost intelligence necessary to drive executive decision-making, optimize procurement strategies, and ensure the commercial viability of a significant giga-project in the Tabuk region.

Opportunity Overview

This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a landmark development in Saudi Arabia. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.