Cost Manager

The Cost Manager will be providing all necessary assistance and commercial support to the BPC Project Management team ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. To liaise with customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments. Will be responsible for the review and preparation of interim payments, project variations and other financial matters.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the preparation of variation orders.
- Ensure completeness and compliance with all contractual requirements.
- Prepare monthly financial statements and cost reports.
- Review, verify, and audit contractor payment applications.
- Verify and record measurements of completed work for payment valuations.
- Monitor and report project cash flow forecasts.
- Maintain cost records and ensure accurate cash flow reporting throughout the project.
- Review, negotiate, and prepare contractual claim settlements.
- Prepare the Final Account, with all supporting documentation, for project closeout.
- Prepare tender and contract documents in coordination with the architect and/or client.
- Conduct quantity take-offs, prepare Bills of Quantities, and develop pre-tender cost estimate reports.
- Conduct detailed cost analysis.
- Assist in establishing client requirements and undertaking feasibility studies.
- Implement value engineering strategies and cost control measures.
- Advise on procurement strategy.
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks.
- Prepare tender evaluation reports.
- Provide advice on contractual claims.
- Perform cost management activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking.
- Actively seek to improve processes and procedures.
- Ensure strong client relationships are maintained.
- Ensure effective interaction between the cost management team and the operational site teams.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Construction Engineering or a related field, with 5+ years of demonstrable experience in reputable cost management entities.
- MEP background is a must.
- Experience in preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates using NRM; experience with other formats is a plus.
- Experience in commercial management.
- Ability to demonstrate good knowledge of monthly reporting and Earned Value Analysis.
- Must have sound knowledge of contractual relationships.
- Computer literate, with the ability to maintain records, generate reports, and use project-specific engineering and construction software.
- Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken, with excellent technical writing and oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent team player, whilst also able to work independently and take initiative.
- Excellent time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
- Proactive and willing to learn.
- Strong attention to detail.