Cost Engineer (Bacolod)

Century Limitless Corporation; Western Visayas; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Limitless Corporation is seeking a Cost and Data Management Engineer to oversee project budgets, data accuracy, and reporting throughout the construction lifecycle. The role emphasizes tracking costs, productivity, and resource utilization while ensuring timely, accurate dashboards and cost records.

The ideal candidate will have a civil/industrial engineering background, relevant licensing, and 2–5 years in cost control, project controls, or data management, with proficiency in Excel and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Licensed CE or IE is an advantage.
• 2–5 years of experience in construction cost control, project controls, QS, or data management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost estimates, and cost reports.
• Track project expenditures, material usage, labor costs, equipment utilization, and subcontractor costs.
• Maintain accurate records of project quantities, accomplishments, and cost data.
• Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports, productivity reports, and project status updates.
• Monitor budget versus actual costs and analyze cost variances.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Procurement, QS, and Finance regarding project costs and progress.
• Monitor purchase requests, purchase orders, deliveries, and material consumption.
• Update project dashboards and databases to ensure accurate reporting.
• Assist in forecasting project costs, cash flow, and resource requirements.
• Support project billing, progress claims, and cost reconciliation.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure all cost records are complete and properly filed.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance cost efficiency and data accuracy.

Skills

Cost Control

Budget Monitoring

Data Management

Quantity Tracking

Cost Forecasting

Progress Monitoring

Material Control

Resource Control

Advanced Excel

MS Project

Primavera P6

Reporting

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Construction/Industrial Engineering

Professional License (CE/IE)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

ERP systems

Job description

Cost and Data Management Engineer

The Cost and Data Management Engineer is responsible for monitoring project costs, maintaining accurate project data, and preparing reports to support project planning, cost control, and decision-making. The role ensures that project budgets, progress, and resource utilization are accurately tracked throughout the construction lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost estimates, and cost reports.
• Track project expenditures, material usage, labor costs, equipment utilization, and subcontractor costs.
• Maintain accurate records of project quantities, accomplishments, and cost data.
• Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports, productivity reports, and project status updates.
• Monitor budget versus actual costs and analyze cost variances.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Procurement, QS, and Finance regarding project costs and progress.
• Monitor purchase requests, purchase orders, deliveries, and material consumption.
• Update project dashboards and databases to ensure accurate reporting.
• Assist in forecasting project costs, cash flow, and resource requirements.
• Support project billing, progress claims, and cost reconciliation.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure all cost records are complete and properly filed.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance cost efficiency and data accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Licensed CE or IE is an advantage.
• At least 2–5 years of experience in construction cost control, project controls, quantity surveying, or data management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and project management software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

• Cost Control and Budget Monitoring
• Construction Data Management
• Quantity Tracking
• Cost Analysis and Forecasting
• Progress Monitoring
• Material and Resource Control
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Project / Primavera P6
• Reporting and Documentation
• Attention to Detail and Analytical Thinking