Senior Cost Estimator

About the Role Responsibilities Costing Strategy Development Develop and implement costing strategies to achieve business objectives Analyze market trends and competitor activity to inform costing strategies Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives Develop and maintain cost databases and benchmarks Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards Cost Estimation and Analysis Ensure accurate and timely cost estimation for projects Develop and maintain cost estimation models and templates Analyze and interpret cost data to inform business decisions Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements Develop and implement cost estimation best practices Quantity Surveying and Contract Management Provide expert advice on quantity surveying and contract management Develop and maintain contract documentation and records Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions Analyze and resolve contract disputes and claims Develop and implement contract management best practices Cost Management and Control Develop and implement cost management plans and budgets Monitor and control costs to ensure adherence to budgets Identify and mitigate cost risks Develop and implement cost reduction initiatives Ensure compliance with cost management policies and procedures Team Leadership and Management Lead and manage the costing, quantity surveying, and estimation teams Develop and implement team strategies and plans Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the team Provide coaching and development opportunities for team members Ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures Stakeholder Management Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders Communicate cost information and updates to stakeholders Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve cost related issues Ensure compliance with stakeholder management policies and procedures Identify opportunities for stakeholder engagement and feedback Process Improvement and Innovation Identify opportunities for process improvements and innovation Develop and implement process improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with process improvement policies and procedures Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement process improvements Identify opportunities for innovation and new ideas Cost Reporting and Analytics Develop and maintain cost reporting and analytics systems Provide cost insights and analysis to inform business decisions Ensure compliance with cost reporting and analytics policies and procedures Collaborate with cross functional teams to develop cost reporting and analytics requirements Identify opportunities for cost reporting and analytics improvements Compliance and Risk Management Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards Identify and mitigate cost related risks Develop and implement risk management plans and strategies Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure compliance and risk management Ensure compliance with compliance and risk management policies and procedures Knowledge Sharing and Best Practices Develop and maintain knowledge sharing and best practices systems Provide training and development opportunities for team members Ensure compliance with knowledge sharing and best practices policies and procedures Collaborate with cross functional teams to develop knowledge sharing and best practices requirements Identify opportunities for knowledge sharing and best practices improvements Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Construction Management, or a related field. Relevant certification in quantity surveying or cost management, such as MRICS or MCIOB. Required Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership and team management skills. Ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders. Proficient in cost management software and systems. Preferred Skills Minimum 8 years of experience in quantity surveying, cost management or a related field. Experience in leading and managing teams. Experience in cost estimation, analysis, and management. Experience in contract management and negotiation.

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