Job Description:
a. Pre-Contract:
• Independently prepare MEP cost estimates for multiple design options across varied
project types.
• Supervise provision of precise inputs for cost planning, integrating data from multiple
sources to support sound financial decision-making.
• Perform and validate precise quantity take-offs for all MEP systems using AutoCAD
and relevant measurement tools, based on design drawings and tender
documentation.
• Lead and support the full tender and bidding lifecycle, including bid documentation,
tender review, and contractor engagement.
• Assist clients with contractor pre-qualification and database development for targeted
project needs.
• Assist in finalizing the contractual routes and conditions of contracts.
• Prepare pre-bid estimates / priced BOQs and provide critical analysis before tender
opening.
• Evaluate tenders and draft tender reports with recommendations based on technical
and commercial alignment.
• Advise clients on optimal payment terms and contractual conditions to safeguard
financial outcomes.
• Represent the organization in negotiation meetings, actively contributing to finalization
of competitive rates with contractors.
• Draft letters of award and compile full sets of contract documents for client approval
and issuance.
• Conduct detailed rate analysis incorporating material, labor, and equipment costs for
cost-effective pricing strategies.
• Ensure robust compliance with customized Quality Management Systems (QMS)
tailored to client-specific requirements.
• Manage the cost planning team, driving performance, ownership, and deliverables
across multiple pre-contract workflows.
• Validate Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for compliance with project specifications and
accuracy in scope.
• Use Value Engineering to enhance efficiency.
• Must be able to build a simple cost plan without any assistance.
• Must be capable of handling at least 2 projects / clients.
• Must have experience of handling at least 3 projects preferably of different ectors.
• Review documents and maintain the drawing register: drawing name, revisions, date
availability, and updates.
• Understand and manage construction methodology sequences.
• Review and validate cost reports for accuracy and relevance.
• Thorough understanding of billing/invoicing procedures.
Post-Contract:
• Oversee bill certification and lead variation management, ensuring changes are
validated and costed appropriately.
• Perform independent quantity take-off verification for construction elements.
• Own the document control process including drawing register maintenance.
• Interpret construction drawings and align cost data to design changes.
• Independently generate periodic cost reports (fortnightly/monthly), ensuring clarity
and accuracy.
• Carry out Interim Valuations for payment.
• Analyse and report on contractual claims, applying a strong understanding of
construction methods.
• Reappraise provisions for labor and material cost fluctuations.
• Maintain Variation Order, Measurement, and Invoice Trackers.
• Provide early warning on budget or program deviations.
• Establish construction cost analyses aligned to client accounting practices.
• Uphold rigorous QMS standards throughout the cost management cycle.
• Lead the cost management team, aligning outputs with post-contract objectives.
• Manage the Client professionally, addressing escalations and maintaining regular
communication.
• Interface with stakeholders (PMC, clients, architects, contractors) to ensure cost
alignment.
• Analyze and synthesize cost data for better forecasting and reporting.
• Prepare simple cost plans or briefs to support decision-making.
• Monitor invoicing schedules and track cost-to-complete (CTC).
• Stay informed of material trends and technologies for cost-effective execution.
• Ensure final account closure post-construction.
• Maintain market awareness of key material rates.