Job Description
We are seeking applications from an experienced construction based Cost Manager to join our team of experts in the Cologne/Duesseldorf area.
Job Objectives
* Pre and post-contract duties including preparation of cost estimates, procurement and tendering, contract administration, variation, final account, etc.
* Completing feasibility studies and writing procurement reports.
* Estimating and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
* Tendering and procurement activity, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, preliminaries, tender analysis, tender report and compiling the contractual documents.
* Taking responsibility for timely and accurate cost checks and valuations.
* Producing monthly post contract cost reports and presenting them to the client.
* Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages.
* Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.
* Perform cost risk analysis and provide input into value engineering; negotiate and approve final accounts.
* Maintain central feedback and learning on cost estimating from prospects and projects and contribute to updating of best practices in estimating.
Qualifications
* Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
* A proven track record of delivering high quality cost management/quantity surveying services across the full project lifecycle.
* Experience of leading cost management commissions for large construction projects of high complexity.
* Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters.
* English skills are required as well as basic German skills (min. B1), and willingness to improve the German language skills.
* Demonstrates excellent presentation, verbal, written, and communication skills.
* Sound organisational skills; ability to multi-task and be a team player.
* Working knowledge of MS Office software and tools.
* Working knowledge of cost databases and/or estimating software is advantageous.