Rail Cost Control & Estimation Specialist - Philippines

ewi Recruitment; Philippines; On-site; PHP 4,870,000 - 6,958,000; Full time

Job summary

ewi Recruitment seeks an experienced Rail Cost Control & Estimation Expert for a major metro infrastructure project in Manila, Philippines. The role covers cost management, estimating and commercial support across build-only contracts with an international project team.

You will review estimates, prepare BOQs and cost baselines, assist in tender processes, and manage payments, variations and cash flow. Strong Excel and Primavera P6 skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Cost Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Strong experience in cost estimation and cost control on major infrastructure or construction projects.
• Experience with Bills of Quantities, Cost Breakdown Structures, Budget and tender estimates.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Primavera P6 or MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Managing and monitoring costs associated with build-only construction contracts.
• Reviewing cost and quantity estimates prepared from detailed drawings and specifications.
• Supporting the preparation of Bills of Quantities, cost breakdown structures, budgets and tender estimates.
• Assisting the project authority with invitations to bid, bid evaluations and the contract award process.
• Reviewing contractor payment applications, variation orders and cost submissions.
• Undertaking quantity take-offs, rate analysis, cost forecasting and cash-flow monitoring.
• Preparing clear and accurate cost reports for the project management team.

Skills

Excel

Cost control

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Engineering / Quantity Surveying / Cost Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Rail Cost Control & Estimation Expert - Philippines

EWI is supporting an international engineering consultancy involved in the delivery of a major metro infrastructure programme in Manila. We are seeking an experienced Cost Control & Estimation Expert to provide cost management, estimating and commercial support across major build-only construction contracts.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cost engineering or quantity surveying professional to contribute to a high‑profile transport infrastructure project while working alongside an established international project team.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the cost management and estimation of major construction packages. Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing and monitoring costs associated with build-only construction contracts.
• Reviewing cost and quantity estimates prepared from detailed engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Supporting the preparation of Bills of Quantities, cost breakdown structures, budgets and tender estimates.
• Assisting the project authority with invitations to bid, bid evaluations and the contract award process.
• Reviewing contractor payment applications, variation orders and cost submissions.
• Assessing time and cost claims submitted by contractors and providing recommendations to the client.
• Undertaking quantity take‑offs, rate analysis, cost forecasting and cash‑flow monitoring.
• Comparing budgeted expenditure against actual project costs.
• Supporting project risk assessments and the calculation of appropriate cost contingencies.
• Preparing clear and accurate cost reports for the project management team.
• Coordinating with design teams, contractors, consultants and other project stakeholders.

Candidate Requirements

Candidates should be able to demonstrate:

• A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Cost Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Strong experience in cost estimation and cost control on major infrastructure or construction projects.
• Proven capability in preparing and reviewing:
• Bills of Quantities
• Cost Breakdown Structures
• Budget and tender estimates
• Variation orders
• Contractor cost submissions
• Payment applications and claims
• Experience with quantity take‑offs, rate analysis, cost forecasting, cash‑flow management and budget‑versus‑actual cost analysis.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, with FIDIC experience considered an advantage.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Familiarity with cost control and project planning software, such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to coordinate effectively across multidisciplinary and international project teams.

Salary/ Package

The salary would be vin the region of $7,000 -10,000 per month Tax free with additional allowance totalling a further $3,000 per month.

Key Words / SEO

Rail, Metro, Cost, Estimation, Contracts Manager, Claims, Commercial, FIDIC, Dispute, Programme Manager, Construction Supervision, Consultancy, Consulting Engineer, South East Asia, Philippines, Manila.

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.