Associate Director – Cost Management Lead – Architectural & Interior Fit-Out Antrors HR Solutions

The Corporate Institute; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Bangalore seeks an Associate Director – Cost Management Lead for Architectural & Interior Fit-Out to drive profitability across projects and build a high-performing cost team. This strategic role emphasizes integrating digital tools, data-driven costing, and strong client-facing leadership to win bids and deliver value across the project lifecycle.

The role requires 10+ years in cost management within the commercial architectural and interior fit-out sector, with a

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cost management within commercial architectural & interior fit-out industry.
• Proven leadership in building and mentoring high-performing teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and client-facing experience.
• Open mindset toward digital tools and innovation.
• Track record of driving project profitability and managing costs end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Cost Management team, including quantity surveying and procurement functions.
• Build cost strategies aligned with business goals to support pitches, pricing, and project execution.
• Drive project profitability (NSV) through effective cost planning, value engineering, and commercial control.
• Champion the use of digital tools and data-driven processes; promote adoption of new technologies in costing.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, delivery, and sales to integrate cost intelligence into every stage of the project lifecycle.
• Represent cost function in client discussions, adding value through insights and transparency.

Skills

Cost management

Team leadership

Digital costing tools

Client facing

Commercial acumen

Education

B.Tech / B.Arch / ICWA / MBA

Tools

Costing software

Job description

Associate Director – Cost Management Lead – Architectural & Interior Fit-Out – Global MNC

Location : Bangalore

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to lead our cost management function . This is a strategic role responsible for driving profitability across projects by building a high-performing cost team, integrating technology into cost practices, and crafting compelling cost strategies that win projects and earn client trust.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Cost Management team, including quantity surveying and procurement functions.
• Build cost strategies aligned with business goals to support pitches, pricing, and project execution.
• Drive project profitability (NSV) through effective cost planning, value engineering, and commercial control.
• Champion the use of digital tools and data-driven processes; promote adoption of new technologies in costing.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, delivery, and sales to integrate cost intelligence into every stage of the project lifecycle.
• Represent cost function in client discussions, adding value through insights and transparency.

Educational Qualification / Work Experience & Skills:

• B.Tech / B.Arch / ICWA / MBA with Minimum 10+ years of experience in cost management within the commercial Architectural & interior fit-out industry.
• Proven leadership in building and mentoring high-performing teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience in client-facing roles.
• Open mindset toward digital tools and innovation.
• Track record of driving project profitability and managing costs end-to-end.