Construction Cost Estimator & Analyst

DMCI Homes; San Juan; On-site; PHP 324,000 - 396,000; Full time

Job summary

DMCI Homes is seeking a cost engineer for our project site in San Juan, Batangas. You will prepare accurate cost estimates for project changes, perform quantity take-offs, and support subcontractor billing in line with EPC schedules.

The ideal candidate has a BS Civil Engineering, preferably a licensed professional, with 1 year of estimating or cost engineering experience and strong Excel skills. You will work with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and budgets.

Qualifications

• Graduate of BS Civil Engineering
• Preferably licensed Civil Engineer
• At least 1 year experience in estimating, quantity surveying, or cost engineering
• Background or exposure to construction or engineering environment
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and CostX or similar costing tools
• Familiar with basic construction contracts, commercial terms, and cost documentation
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Prepares accurate and timely cost estimates for project changes (RFI, RFA, CVI, CA, VE initiatives)
• Performs quantity take-offs and prepares bills of materials for owner-supplied items
• Reviews, validates, and facilitates subcontractors’ progress billings and variation order claims
• Monitors material usage, quantities, and costs to align with budgets
• Tracks cost performance and prepares budget vs. actual, cost-to-complete, and variance reports
• Maintains updated cost assessment trackers and project dashboards reflecting costs

Skills

Analytical thinking

Numerical accuracy

Multitasking

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

BS Civil Engineering

Licensed Civil Engineer

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CostX

Job description

DMCI Homes is seeking a cost engineer for our project site in San Juan, Batangas. You will prepare accurate cost estimates for project changes, perform quantity take-offs, and support subcontractor billing in line with EPC schedules.

The ideal candidate has a BS Civil Engineering, preferably a licensed professional, with 1 year of estimating or cost engineering experience and strong Excel skills. You will work with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and budgets.