Construction Cost Control Lead

DMCI Homes; Philippines; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

DMCI Homes is seeking a Cost Officer to lead the project site team in cost control, documentation, and cross-functional coordination with engineering and operations.

The role oversees cost engineers, BIM specialists, and support staff to deliver projects within budget, aligned with design intent and contractual/technical requirements. Strong leadership, costing and reporting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• Minimum 3 years experience in construction cost engineering or quantity surveying.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong background in cost estimation, project cost control and reporting.
• Proficiency in CostX or similar cost estimation tools; basic BIM and Primavera navigation.
• Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management, cost control and budgets aligned with EPC schedules.
• Lead cost forecasting and ensure accurate cost-to-complete projections.
• Review progress billing, variation orders and subcontractor claims.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive value engineering initiatives.
• Coordinate with design and operations; manage documentation and dashboards.
• Oversee BIM 360 and ensure timely close-out of final accounts.

Skills

Cost estimation

Quantity surveying

Project cost control

Cost reporting

Analytical

Communication

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CostX

BIM

Primavera navigation

Job description

DMCI Homes is seeking a Cost Officer to lead the project site team in cost control, documentation, and cross-functional coordination with engineering and operations.

The role oversees cost engineers, BIM specialists, and support staff to deliver projects within budget, aligned with design intent and contractual/technical requirements. Strong leadership, costing and reporting skills are essential.