Role Responsibilities:

• Cost Management & Control: Establish standard cost structure for APAC region, including bills of quantities, ensure efficient and effective project cost management within the region.
• Cost estimate - work with BD team for new development budget preparation.
• Detailed cost estimate with elements to guide design decisions.
• Value Engineering: propose cost-saving alternatives without compromising quality (e.g. material substitutions).
• Prequalification of all contractors / vendors / consultants with the project manager.
• Tender - prepare tender documents & bills of quantity, quantity taking-off, evaluation of tender submissions, negotiation with the tenderers for the most competitive tender price until finalize Letter of Award & Contract.
• Exercise cost control in the design and construction phase.
• Certify progress payments to contractors and manage cash flow.
• Review variation orders and potential claims, to ensure changes are within approved budget.
• Final Accounts: Reconciling all project costs, resolving disputes, and issuing final payment certificate upon completion of projects.
• Contract administrative works: ensure all documents required are uploaded to the company system.
• Liase with project team members and stakeholders for any other contractual and cost matters.
• Compliance - collaborate with project team to ensure all processes and procedures adhere to company policies and standards.
• Procurement - maintain and update vendor list, bulk tender.
• Develop and maintain accurate cost reports and data as per HQ's requirements.
• Provide support to regions and travel is required.

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a certificate in the related field.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in quantity surveying and cost management for APAC regions.
• Experience in managing interior fit-out costs is preferred.
• Proficiency in English and Chinese to communicate with stakeholders.
• Co-operative and adaptive to changes.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.