MEP Cost Manager (Infrastructure/ Building project)

Jda Wms; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MNC Consultancy in Singapore is hiring a MEP Cost Manager to deliver full-spectrum cost management for infrastructure and building projects, from early estimates to final accounts. You will influence and negotiate with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to protect cost interests throughout the project lifecycle.

Role requires strong technical expertise, sound commercial judgment, and leadership to mentor junior QS staff where applicable.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Cost Management or equivalent.
• Experience across full cost management scope: estimates, BQ, value engineering, tendering, contracts, change orders, final accounts.
• Experience in both infrastructure and building projects.
• Strong contract knowledge (e.g., FIDIC, PAM, local forms).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and numerical accuracy.
• Proficient in cost management software and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review cost estimates from feasibility to detailed design.
• Prepare, measure, and manage Bills of Quantities to standards.
• Lead value engineering to optimise project cost without compromising function.
• Manage tendering: documents, evaluation, contractor recommendation.
• Apply contract knowledge to procurement and contract administration.
• Assess change orders with cost impact analysis and timely resolution.
• Oversee final account close-out with accuracy and client alignment.
• Provide cost advice and reporting across project lifecycle, including budgeting and cash flow.
• Negotiate with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to protect cost interests.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities; mentor junior staff where applicable.

Skills

Cost management

Cost estimating

BQ measurement

Value engineering

Tendering

Contract knowledge

Change orders

Final accounts

Cost reporting

Negotiation

Communication skills

Excel

MS Office

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Cost Management

Tools

Cost management software

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Our client, MNC consultancy, with a growing team, and they are hiring a MEP Cost Manager (Infrastructure/ Building project) to join them. You will be responsible for delivering full-spectrum cost management services across infrastructure and building projects, from early-stage cost estimating through to final account close-out. The role requires strong technical expertise, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to influence and negotiate effectively with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review cost estimates at various project stages, from feasibility through to detailed design.
• Prepare, measure, and manage Bills of Quantities (BQ) in accordance with relevant standard methods of measurement.
• Lead and support Value Engineering exercises to optimize project cost without compromising quality or function.
• Manage the full tendering process, including preparation of tender documents, tender evaluation, and contractor recommendation.
• Apply strong contract knowledge across various forms of contract to support procurement strategy and contract administration.
• Assess, evaluate, and process Change Orders / Variation Orders, ensuring accurate cost impact analysis and timely resolution.
• Manage the Final Account close-out process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely agreement with contractors/clients.
• Provide cost advice and reporting throughout the project lifecycle, including budget tracking, cost forecasting, and cash flow projections.
• Liaise and negotiate with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to protect project cost interests and resolve commercial issues.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities, advising project teams and management accordingly.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and relevant statutory/regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and guide junior cost management/quantity surveying staff where applicable (for Senior-level role).

Job Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Cost Engineering, or an equivalent qualification.
• Strong experience across full cost management scope: estimates, BQ, value engineering, tendering, contracts, change orders, final accounts.
• Prior experience in both infrastructure and building projects is required.
• Relevant years of post-qualification experience commensurate with the seniority of the role.
• Excellent technical knowledge of cost management principles and practices.
• Strong contract knowledge (e.g., FIDIC, PWD, PAM, or other relevant standard forms).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong negotiation, influencing, and persuasion abilities.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with strong numerical accuracy.
• Proficient in cost management software and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities under tight timelines.