Cost Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Taguig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in Taguig seeks a seasoned MEP Quantity Surveyor to support tender management, cost control and commercial delivery on APAC real estate projects. You will work with the Cost Management team to provide accurate quantity take-offs, BOQs and project cost estimates with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of QS experience, a related degree, and proficiency in CostX and MS Office. This on-site role offers exposure to diverse APAC clients and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of quantity surveying experience with strong engineering background (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing & Fire Protection).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• Proven experience in tender documentation, evaluation, and management.
• Advanced quantity take-off and cost estimation expertise.
• Strong MS Office skills; CostX software preferred; knowledge of international standards (MasterFormat, NRM, POMI, CESMM).
• Excellent communication, report writing, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Tender Management Support in vendor pre-qualification
• Prepare tender documentation including scope definition and specifications
• Response to Vendor queries / RFI’s
• 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

Skills

Tender management

Quantity surveying

Cost management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Tools

CostX

Microsoft Office

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Job Description – CM (MEPF) Role Purpose

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

• Tender Management Support in vendor pre-qualification
• Prepare tender documentation including scope definition and specifications
• Response to Vendor queries / RFI’s
• 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

Location:

On-site –Taguig, Philippines

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.

At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM.

JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.