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Cost Engineer

EGEC
Giza, Egypt
Posted 6 years ago
62Applicants for1 open position
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Job Description

Candidate will be responsible for Estimating the cost of projects is the responsibility of a Cost Engineer. These engineers are able to analyze the requirements and specification of a project and determine the cost involved to launch such a project.

A Cost Engineer usually performs many of the following tasks:

  • Assessing risks
    • Doing cost estimates
    • Forecasting
    • Reviewing proposed schedules
    • Implementing best practices
    • Performing cost control
    • Analyzing variances
  • Prepare and periodic update of the benchmark for the market prices
  • Direct contact with vendors and suppliers
  • Unit rate analysis
  • Value engineering activities
  • Evaluation of bidders’ financial proposals
  • Negotiation with the bidders during the bidding stage

Job Requirements

Expertise in the following areas is an asset:

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Networking
  • Being detail oriented
  • Being focused
  • Being amenable
  • Resolving problems
  • Communication and presentation
  • Analyzing data
  • Leadership
  • Being analytical
  • Being self-motivated
  • Being dependable
  • Strong in negotiation activities
  • Practical Experience 7-10 years in the field of construction cost estimation
  • Good knowledge of computer programs (AutoCAD –Excel –Revit)
  • Excellent oral and written English language

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