Assistant Cost Manager

The RoleThe Assistant Cost Manager will be providing all necessary assistance and commercial support to the BPC Cost Management team ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. To liaise with customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments. Will be responsible for the review and preparation of interim payments, project variations and other financial matters.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the preparation and evaluation of variation ordersEnsure completeness and compliance of all contractual requirementsPrepare monthly financial statements and cost reportsReview, verify, and audit contractor payment applications.Verify and record measurements of completed work for payment valuations.Monitor and report project cash flow forecastsMaintain cost records and ensure accurate cash flow reporting takes place throughout the project.Review, negotiate and prepare contractual claim settlementsPrepare Final Account with all supporting documentation for project close out.Preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities in coordination with the architect and/or the clientConduct detailed cost analysisAssisting in establishing a client's requirements and undertaking feasibility studiesImplement value engineering strategies and cost control measuresAdvise on procurement strategyIdentify, analyse and mitigate commercial and contractual risks.Prepare tender evaluation reportsProvide advice on contractual claimsPerform cost management activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking.Actively seek to improve processes and proceduresEnsure that strong client relationships are maintainedEnsure effective interaction between the cost management team and the operational site teamsSkills, Knowledge And ExperienceBachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field with 2-3 years demonstrable experience in Quantity Surveying preferably in the Gulf regionExperience in preparing bills of quantities and cost estimates in NRM and POMI formatExperience in commercial managementAbility to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysisMust have a sound knowledge of contractual relationshipsComputer literate and able to maintain records, generate reports and use any project specific engineering and construction relevant softwareMust be fluent in English both written and spoken with an excellent capability in written technical skills as well as oral and written communication skillsExcellent team player whilst also able to work independently on own initiativeExcellent time management skills, with ability to work to tight deadlineProactive and willing to learnAttention to detailOver 42,000 people work for us in more than 700 offices all over the world. This breadth of global coverage, combined with specialist services and market insight, means we'll always have an expert who is local to you.