Assistant Cost Manager

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The RoleWe are seeking an Assistant Cost Manager to join our Project & Development Services team in Egypt in a site-based project located in Sheikh Zayed City. This role provides essential support to cost and commercial leadership in delivering comprehensive pre- and post-contract services across diverse construction projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project budget management commercial administration and contract oversight throughout the project.

What This Job Involves

Provide comprehensive support to cost and commercial leadership in delivering pre- and post-contract services

Manage and maintain accurate project budgets throughout project lifecycles

Take detailed commercial meeting minutes and maintain project documentation

Utilize CostX Excel and Microsoft Office programs to advanced proficiency levels

Review detailed measurements and sections of Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for accuracy

Provide input into value engineering initiatives during construction

Execute strong contract administration practices and procedures

Conduct site walks with project teams to assess progress and identify issues

Prepare comprehensive cash flow reports and financial projections

Draft monthly payment recommendations based on project progress

Create and maintain weekly commercial dashboards for stakeholder reporting

Manage project variations including assessment documentation and approval processes

Assist in project closeout procedures and resolution of claims and variations

Desired Skills and Experience

Bachelors degree in Quantity Surveying Construction Management Engineering or related field

3-5 years of experience in cost management quantity surveying or commercial management

Advanced proficiency in CostX software for cost planning and measurement

Expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications

Strong understanding of construction contracts

Experience with post-contract (administration variations) activities and

Experience with pre-contract would be advantageous

Solid knowledge of construction methods materials and industry practices

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Attention to detail with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Experience with Egyptian construction market practices and regulations preferred

Professional membership or working toward chartered status (RICS AACE etc.) advantageous

Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary project teams

Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications

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