Cost Manager

Should you are interested in this position, kindly contact Project Manager, Mr Xu Chao, 0175505438

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and issue contractual notices, including Notice of Delay, Notice of Claim, EOT-related notices and other contractual correspondence.
• Coordinate and manage the preparation of Extension of Time (EOT) submissions, including compiling supporting documents, reviewing relevant records, tracking submission status and following up on approvals.
• Prepare, review and organize EOT and contractual claim documentation, ensuring that all submissions are properly supported by relevant project records and contractual provisions.
• Draft, review and respond to commercial and contractual correspondence, particularly matters related to Directly Appointed Contractors / Nominated Contractors and Employer's Direct Contracts, where applicable.
• Maintain proper records of contractual correspondence, notices, claims, EOT submissions and other commercial documents.
• Assist in the tendering and procurement of subcontractors, including subcontractor sourcing, prequalification, BQ preparation, tender invitation, tender evaluation and price comparison.
• Prepare and analyze Bills of Quantities (BQ), quotations, tender submissions and commercial comparisons to support subcontractor selection and procurement decisions.
• Review subcontractors' quotations, scope of work, exclusions, qualifications and commercial terms, and identify potential cost and contractual risks.
• Assist in the preparation, negotiation and administration of subcontract agreements, variation orders, payment-related matters and other commercial issues.
• Monitor subcontractor commercial performance and ensure that contractual and commercial matters are properly recorded and followed up.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager, Quantity Surveyors, Contracts Team, Planning Team, Consultants and Subcontractors on commercial and contractual matters.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date commercial records, including tender documents, contracts, correspondence, claims, EOT submissions, variations and cost information.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Contract Management, Commercial Management or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in cost management, quantity surveying, contract administration or commercial management within the construction industry.
• Candidates with experience working for a Main Contractor / General Contractor are highly preferred.
• Solid experience in EOT, contractual notices, claims, commercial correspondence and contract administration.
• Experience in subcontractor tendering, BQ preparation, quotation analysis, price comparison and subcontract procurement.
• Good understanding of construction contracts, subcontract agreements and commercial procedures.
• Ability to independently prepare professional commercial letters, contractual notices, EOT submissions and related documentation.
• Good analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to review and compare costs, quotations and commercial proposals.
• Good communication, negotiation and coordination skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken. Ability to communicate in Mandarin/Chinese will be an advantage.
• Able to work independently, meet deadlines and manage multiple commercial matters simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and a proactive working attitude.
• Experience with PAM, FIDIC or other standard forms of construction contracts will be an advantage.
• Experience in construction projects in Malaysia will be an added advantage.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Strong practical experience in Main Contractor commercial management.
• Able to identify contractual risks and understand the relationship between site progress, delay events, notices, EOT and contractual entitlement.
• Able to work independently and take ownership of assigned commercial matters.
• Strong documentation and report-writing skills.
• Candidates who are able to join immediately or within a short notice period will be preferred.