Costing Executive

Role & responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and quotations for printing and signage projects.
• Study drawings, BOQs, specifications, measurements, and customer requirements.
• Calculate material quantities, labour costs, production costs, installation costs, and other project expenses.
• Understand different printing and signage materials and their applications.
• Coordinate with the Sales, Design, Production, Procurement, and Installation teams for accurate costing.
• Obtain material and vendor rates and maintain updated costing data.
• Ensure quotations are prepared and submitted within the required timeline.
• Review costing before submitting quotations to ensure accuracy and required margins.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Maintain costing sheets, rate charts, and project costing records.
• Support the Sales team in understanding costing, pricing, and project feasibility.
• Follow up on pending costing requirements and ensure timely completion.
• Handle multiple projects and prioritize work based on urgency.

Preferred candidate profile

• Good knowledge of MS Excel and basic calculations.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Good understanding of measurements and quantities.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
• Good knowledge of construction/printing/signage materials is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good team-working and problem-solving skills.