Cost Manager

Prime Manpower Resources Development Inc; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working capability

Professional development

Latest IT equipment

Job summary

Prime Manpower Resources Development Inc invites an experienced M&E professional (specializing in Quantity surveying and Commercial support) to join our Cost Management team in a dynamic, professional environment.

You will support team leaders to deliver real estate developments with minimal supervision, perform quantity take-offs, prepare BOQs for APAC projects, and work with international standards, aiming for high-quality outputs on time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years quantity surveying experience with strong engineering background (HVAC, Electrical system, Plumbing & Fire Protection).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mech./Elec. engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• Proven experience in tender documentation, evaluation, and management.
• Advanced quantity take-off and cost estimation expertise.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender documentation including scope definition and specifications.
• Provide comprehensive support to Team Leaders and Service Leaders in delivering real estate developments with day-to-day responsibility and minimal supervision.
• Take ownership of small to medium-sized projects or significant components of larger Cost.
• Interpret client briefs and senior management direction to develop effective delivery plans.
• Deliver all work outputs accurately and on time while maintaining highest quality standards.
• Conduct accurate Quantity take-offs from design information at all project stages.
• Support in develop comprehensive BOQs for local and international APAC projects.
• Apply civil construction methodology knowledge to minimize errors.
• Preparation of RFIs and communicate to Leaders.
• Utilize and embed JLL best practice tools, processes, and technology to enhance service delivery.
• Capture and share knowledge while actively contributing to service improvement and innovation initiatives.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Communication skills

Report writing

Problem solving

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Tools

CostX

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for M&E professional (specialization in Quantity surveying & Commercial support) to join our growing Cost Management team, a friendly, professional and dynamic group.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting managers to drive service excellence and deliver exceptional client outcomes through advanced technical expertise, sound commercial knowledge, and deep understanding of cost and value drivers. You will capture and share knowledge while championing innovation in service delivery methodologies. This role presents outstanding career progression opportunities with exposure to diverse sectors, enabling you to build comprehensive expertise while contributing to our team's continued growth and success.

As expected of a modern team you would be provided with the latest IT equipment, remote working capability, personal and professional development, continued innovation of new products and software to continuously improve and enhance our service.

What this job involves

• Prepare tender documentation including scope definition and specifications

Quantity Surveying & Cost Management

• Provide comprehensive support to Team Leaders and Service Leaders in delivering real estate developments with day-to-day responsibility and minimal supervision
• Take ownership of small to medium-sized projects or significant components of larger Cost

Management assignments

• Interpret client briefs and senior management direction to develop effective delivery plans
• Deliver all work outputs accurately and on time while maintaining highest quality standards
• Conduct accurate Quantity take-offs from design information at all project stages
• Support in develop comprehensive BOQs for local and international APAC projects
• Apply civil construction methodology knowledge to minimize errors
• Preparation of RFIs and communicate to Leaders.

Process Excellence & Innovation

• Utilize and embed JLL best practice tools, processes, and technology to enhance service delivery
• Capture and share knowledge while actively contributing to service improvement and innovation initiatives

Desired skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years quantity surveying experience with strong engineering background (HVAC, Electrical system, Plumbing & Fire Protection).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mech./Elec. engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field
• Proven experience in tender documentation, evaluation, and management
• Advanced quantity take-off and cost estimation expertise

Technical & Professional Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, preferably CostX software
• Understanding of international standards (MasterFormat, NRM, POMI, CESMM)
• Excellent communication, report writing, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively

Preferred Experience

• Asia-Pacific region and international project exposure
• Commercial/fit-out building services background