Cost & Contract Management Manager (Data Centre)

Nxera; Singapore; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Nxera seeks a senior cost management professional to lead budgeting, procurement strategy, and financial oversight for major projects in the Singapore market.

You will drive cost control, manage variations, audit contractor claims, and ensure timely final account closures while coordinating with stakeholders and the Finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in quantity surveying or related field.
• 8–10 years experience in cost management, financial oversight and project budgeting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with stakeholder engagement ability.
• Detail-oriented with ability to audit and verify all costs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and cost reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management strategies across project lifecycles.
• Develop budgets and procurement strategies with the Project Manager.
• Prepare cost summaries, forecasts and financial reports for stakeholders.
• Manage variation/change processes and review contractor claims.
• Oversee final accounts closure and budget reforecasting with Finance.
• Chair commercial meetings and ensure contractual compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Cost management

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor in Quantity Surveying, Building Construction or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Passionate about making a real impact? Join our team at Nxera to unfold the new era! Be at the forefront of the data centre (DC) industry with a unique focus on sustainability, connectivity and AI which sets us apart as the next generation DC operator. You will also get to gain invaluable experience in a fast-growing industry that is powering the digitalisation wave. Be empowered to co-create the future with our dynamic teams!

Make an Impact by

Leadership in Cost Management

• Lead the continuous enhancement of cost management strategies, ensuring effective control measures are in place throughout the project lifecycle.
• Take the initiative in developing project budgets and collaborating with the Project Manager to define procurement strategies for new projects.
• Lead the preparation and review of cost summaries, ensuring up-to-date forecasts and financial reports are presented to key stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Lead communications with stakeholders to establish project budgets, and assist in defining procurement strategies, aligning financial expectations with project goals.
• Guide the development of Statements of Work (SOW) for Quantity Surveyor (QS) Consultants and assist the Project Manager with other consultants’ SOWs.
• Ensure that all contractual agreements, Purchase Orders (POs), and contracts are issued, signed, and fully executed in a timely manner.

Cost Control & Monitoring

• Oversee the validation, processing, and timely tracking of payment claims, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and proper documentation of all financial transactions.
• Manage variation/change management processes, ensuring that cost adjustments are well-documented, analyzed, and aligned with the overall project budget.
• Supervise the auditing of contractor claims and QS Consultant assessments, ensuring that claims are properly reviewed and adjusted as necessary.
• Take the lead in managing the timely closure of project final accounts, ensuring that all financial matters are resolved before project completion.
• Work closely with the Finance team to monitor accruals, track cash flows, and make any necessary budget reforecasting adjustments.

Commercial & Contractual Oversight

• Lead or assist the Project Manager in chairing commercial meetings, ensuring that all financial and contractual matters are addressed and aligned with project objectives.
• Provide guidance on contractual obligations and ensure compliance with all terms and conditions of contracts, mitigating risks where applicable.

Strategic Input & Business Collaboration

• Support feasibility studies and provide strategic input to aid in business decision-making and project planning.
• Regularly update stakeholders on the progress of the commercial aspects of the project, ensuring timely communication of any financial or contractual developments.

Technical Expertise & Cost Strategy

• Leverage knowledge in civil and structural engineering, architecture, M&E systems, and interior fit out pricing to develop cost-effective strategies for each project phase.
• Ensure accurate pricing strategies are applied throughout the project lifecycle, particularly in complex and multi-disciplinary projects.

Problem Solving & Resourcefulness

• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills by addressing challenges related to cost management, procurement, and financial processes.
• Proactively elevate issues to senior leadership as needed, ensuring timely resolution of potential risks to the project’s financial health.

Additional Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Business Support Lead, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness to the evolving needs of the project.

Skills for Success

• Bachelor in Quantity Surveying, Building Construction or Equivalent
• Minimum 8 to 10 years’ experience in in cost management, financial oversight, and project budget management, preferably within the construction, infrastructure, or related industries
• Strong technical knowledge & experience in quantity surveying duties, cost & finance management in major projects.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and ensure alignment of financial goals.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to audit, validate, and ensure that all costs are accurately tracked and managed throughout the project
• Expertise in civil and structural engineering, architecture, M&E (Mechanical & Electrical), and interior fitout pricing is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially in Microsoft Excel