Cost Engineer – Quantity Surveying - Contract 7 Months

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Job Description

Analyst – Quantity Surveying

Job Purpose

Provide day-to-day commercial and quantity surveying support across projects and supply chain activities. The role focuses on supporting cost planning, budgeting, estimation, and financial forecasting throughout different project phases, ensuring accurate and efficient cost control.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Contract & Commercial Support
  • Support contract administration and ensure alignment with contractual obligations
  • Assist in evaluating contractor variations and claims
  • Prepare cost estimates using project documentation and data
  • Maintain and update cost databases to support decision-making and project prioritization
  1. Risk Management
  • Identify and evaluate commercial and contractual risks across projects
  • Support the implementation of mitigation strategies and escalate risks when required
  • Contribute to ensuring project delivery aligns with safety, sustainability, and operational considerations
  1. Performance Reporting
  • Support preparation of project progress reports covering:
  • Budget performance
  • Timelines
  • Variations
  • Compliance and KPIs
  • Provide input into cost and project performance tracking

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in:

Quantity Surveying Construction Management Engineering Project Management or related field

Experience
  • 3–5 years of relevant experience

Experience in:

  • Cost planning and estimation
  • Contract administration and close-out
  • Contractor and supplier commercial management
  • Experience working on large-scale construction projects is preferred
Technical Tools
  • Cost estimation software (e.g., CostX or similar)
  • MS Project
  • AutoCAD
  • MS Office Suite

Best Skills to Have (Top Candidates Profile)

Technical Skills
  • Strong cost estimation and budgeting expertise
  • Contractual knowledge (FIDIC or similar is a plus)
  • Quantity take-off and BOQ preparation
  • Data analysis and reporting skills
Core Competencies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Commercial awareness
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders
Soft Skills
  • Clear communication skills (written & verbal)
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Team collaboration and stakeholder management
  • Proactive and solution-driven mindset
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