Cost Analyst for Advanced Manufacturing & MEP/CSA Projects

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Cost Manager to support cost management for large-scale advanced manufacturing and high-tech facility projects, covering MEP and CSA scopes. The role involves cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle, with exposure to complex facilities and fast-track construction.

This position offers a pathway for developing cost professionals alongside experienced teams within a global

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 2-5 years of experience in quantity surveying, cost management, or commercial management roles.
• Experience supporting construction projects involving CSA and/or MEP works.
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, industrial, pharmaceutical, data centre, or mission-critical projects is highly advantageous.
• Previous experience within a cost consultancy, project management consultancy, contractor, or client-side environment is preferred.
• Basic understanding of pre-contract and post-contract cost management practices.
• Knowledge of construction cost planning, procurement, and contract administration.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and cost management tools (e.g. CostX or equivalent is an advantage).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced project environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, feasibility studies, and cost plans throughout various project stages.
• Support cost benchmarking, quantity take-offs, and cost analysis activities.
• Assist with value engineering exercises and cost optimization initiatives.
• Monitor project budgets and track expenditure against approved cost plans.
• Assist in the preparation of tender documentation and procurement packages for CSA and MEP works.
• Support tender evaluations, commercial assessments, and recommendation reports.
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and consultants during procurement activities.
• Assist in maintaining procurement schedules and tender registers.
• Support the management of variations, change orders, and contract administration activities.
• Review contractor claims and assist with the valuation of work completed.
• Maintain cost reports, variation logs, and project financial records.
• Assist with final account preparation and project close-out activities.
• Prepare regular cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial updates.
• Monitor project commitments and expenditure against approved budgets.
• Assist in identifying cost risks, trends, and potential budget variances.
• Support monthly financial reporting and cost reconciliation exercises.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Proficiency in Excel

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction Management, Engineering

Tools

CostX

Excel

Job description

Turner & Townsend in Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Cost Manager to support cost management for large-scale advanced manufacturing and high-tech facility projects, covering MEP and CSA scopes. The role involves cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle, with exposure to complex facilities and fast-track construction.

This position offers a pathway for developing cost professionals alongside experienced teams within a global