Cost Planning

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates and budgets for all phases of construction projects.
• Develop cost plans that identify and mitigate potential cost risks, providing value-driven recommendations to optimize project budgets.
• Track budget inefficiencies and deviations due to design upgrades, site conditions, business-related decisions, and implementation challenges.

Tendering

• Develop contract packaging and procurement strategies in coordination with Procurement and Construction Management teams.
• Prepare and compile bidding documents and forms.
• Provide early cost advisory on expected tender returns.
• Evaluate bid completeness and cost efficiency.
• Provide negotiation points to the Procurement Department.

Contract Administration

• Ensure awarded contracts are complete, fully signed, and duly executed.
• Provide contract support and dispute resolution during the execution stage.

Cost Management and Controls

• Implement an effective cost claims and variation orders evaluation system.
• Evaluate progress claims and process payments.
• Monitor cash flow, disbursements, and contract accomplishment percentages.

Project Close-Out

• Issue statements of final accounts.
• Monitor warranty and defects liability period claims.
• Conduct cost close-out and post-mortem analysis.

Risk Management

• Ensure effective risk mitigation through comprehensive bonds and insurance management.
• Oversee all aspects of bonds and insurance procurement, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in cost estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam).
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Team leadership and collaboration skills.
• Passion for excellence and innovation.

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in construction cost management, cost engineering, or quantity surveying. Experience in pre- and post-contract duties within construction, quantity surveying, or real estate development.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.