Qiddiya is building a new kind of city, a city of play, creativity and experience. The residential programme sits at the heart of that ambition. In this role, you’ll influence early design decisions, make sure budgets drive outcomes, and lead a consistent cost planning approach across every villa and townhouse development. You’ll work closely with development teams, challenge assumptions and translate technical detail into simple, practical advice that non-technical teams can use.
We’re looking for a Director of Cost Planning who knows how to plan the cost, not cost the plan Someone who can bring consistency, clarity and confidence to how we develop the residential product across Qiddiya’s Residential Business Unit.
(!!!) This is a pure cost planning role, not project controls, not procurement and not about measuring bills of quantities.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
• Lead a consistent cost planning approach across all villa and townhouse assets.
• Ensure budgets shape design and cost vs value is tested at every stage.
• Provide early cost advice that steers feasibility, layouts and design direction.
• Support development teams with simple, structured cost insight they can use.
• Manage and challenge external cost consultants to deliver clear, reliable cost plans.
• Build and maintain benchmarking that supports fast, informed decision making.
• Produce clean cost summaries and support smooth Stage Gate progress.
• Explain complex technical matters in a clear, straightforward way for non-technical teams.
• Work closely with design, development, procurement and finance to keep decisions on track.
Requirements
Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, is shaping one of the most transformative visions of Saudi Arabia’s future. By harnessing the Power of Play, we are unlocking new economic opportunities, elevating quality of life, and contributing to the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030.
As a company behind flagship projects such as Qiddiya City and Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), QIC is creating destinations and ecosystems where people can live, play, stay, work, and invest.
At QIC, we believe play can move society forward, opening up new opportunities and bringing joy. Our commitment to play is evident in everything we do, aiming to transform lives through play, and creating extraordinary and fulfilling experiences. We develop integrated ecosystems that allow you to play, live, stay, invest, or work, with play as a catalyst for learning, creativity, performance, connection, escapism, and personal growth.
