Responsibilities:

Cost Estimation and Budgeting:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, and other expenses.
• Develop budgets and monitor project expenditures throughout the construction process.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and provide recommendations to optimize project costs.

Tendering and Procurement:

• Manage the tendering process, including preparing tender documents and evaluating bids from contractors and suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in procurement activities.

Contract Administration:

• Administer construction contracts and manage contractual relationships with stakeholders.
• Prepare and review contract documents, including variations and change orders.
• Monitor contract performance and resolve disputes or claims as they arise.

Quantity Surveying:

• Take off quantities from architectural and engineering drawings.
• Measure and value work done on site, including preparing interim valuations and final accounts.
• Assess and manage variations to contract scope and associated costs.

Cost Control and Reporting:

• Monitor project costs against budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare regular cost reports and financial forecasts for management and clients.
• Analyze cost data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and opportunities related to cost and contracts.
• Develop risk management strategies and contingency plans to mitigate risks.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure effective cost management and contract administration.
• Communicate effectively with clients, providing updates on cost status, variations, and financial implications.