Cost Manager - Infra / Construction Industry

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of cost management processes and systems across all active projects.
• Oversee the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts to support project planning and execution.
• Analyze project financial performance, identify variances, and provide corrective recommendations to maintain budget adherence.
• Manage cost reporting, cash flow analysis, and earned value management to ensure transparency and control.
• Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and finance teams to optimize resource utilization and cost efficiency.
• Lead periodic cost review meetings with senior leadership, providing insights and strategic input for decision-making.
• Establish and enforce cost control standards, policies, and best practices across departments.
• Mentor and guide junior cost engineers or analysts to ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting.
• Support contract negotiations, change order assessments, and risk evaluations from a cost perspective.
• Stay updated on market trends, material costs, and benchmarking data to enhance forecasting accuracy.

Qualifications and Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline; Master's preferred.
• 8-12 years of experience in cost management, ideally in construction, infrastructure, or large-scale industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost control systems, budgeting software, and ERP platforms.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional certifications (RICS, CCP, or equivalent) will be an added advantage.

Why Join Us :

• Be part of a dynamic organization driving large-scale growth and innovation.
• As Cost Manager, you'll lead cost governance initiatives that ensure financial success and operational excellence across high-impact projects

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