Role Purpose
We are currently looking for an Assistant Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor (with pre-contract experience).
What this job involves
•Undertaking cost management / quantity surveying skills and knowledge regarding pre-contract and post-contract consultancy services.
•Excellent Take-Off skills required, from both an accuracy and speed perspective.
•Preparation of budget / pre-contract cost estimates and various stages' cost plans as required.
•Preparation/formulation of Bills of Quantities as per the standard formats.
•Preparation of pre-tender cost estimates.
•Preparation of tender evaluation reports.
•Managing the project's change control of all additional works as required.
•Participating in the cost reporting process of the project and preparing budgets vs actual cost reconciliation reports.
•Preparing / reviewing measurement tasks as required using CostX or equivalent soft tools.
•Preparing cash flow forecasts for the project in all stages.
•Attending commercial meetings as required with all the stakeholders of the project.
Desired skills and experience for this
•Hardworking, proactive individual with a strong desire to learn and progress with an eye for detail and a passion for high standards.
•3-5 years of experience in the Real Estate Sector.
•Excellent pre-contract technical cost and commercial management skills.
•Articulate in written and oral communication.
•Excellent prioritization and self-management skills and ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
Key Competencies
•Strong knowledge of various standard methods of measurement, i.e. (POMI, CSI, NRM1, NRM2, etc.).
•Strong knowledge and track record in the application of IT based solutions.
•Software skills required in Auto CAD and Microsoft Office.
•Software skills in Cost Estimation and Quantity Surveying software like CostX, Plan Swift or Bluebeam or Candy, would be advantageous.
•Degree in related subject (BSc Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil, Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical or equivalent).
•Experience preferably in the Middle East but not essential.
Location
On-site – Cairo, EGY
