PR/160893 | MEP Cost Engineer / MEP Quantity Surveyor (Costing & Contracts)

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented MEP Cost Engineer / M&E QS to support the commercial and cost management functions for construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for M&E cost estimation, budget control, contract administration, progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts.

This role is ideal for candidates with strong Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) costing and contract administration experience within the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Review quantity take-offs and costing calculations for tender submissions, quotations, and cost analysis purposes.

• Review and monitor project site budgets.

• Review Monthly Budget Summary Reports and ensure cost control measures are effectively implemented.

• Review and verify subcontractors' progress claims and payment applications.

• Review progress claims submitted to clients/customers.

• Manage and review variation orders (VO) and final accounts with clients.

• Review and finalize variation orders and final accounts with subcontractors and suppliers.

• Liaise closely with project teams, consultants, and design teams on costing and commercial matters.

• Ensure compliance with Kajima Total Management Systems, company policies, procedures, and work instructions.

• Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the superior from time to time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related disciplines.

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant working experience in M&E costing, commercial, contract administration, or cost engineering within the construction industry.

Hands-on experience in:

• BQ preparation and quantity take-off

• Cost estimation and tendering

• Budget monitoring and cost control

• Progress claims

• Variation orders (VO)

• Final account preparation and negotiation

• Subcontract administration

• Strong understanding of M&E systems and construction costs.

• Good negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and cost management practices.

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