Cost Manager Data Center

• Lead the preparation of cost estimates across conceptual schematic detailed design and IFC stages.
• Oversee quantity take-offs and ensure accuracy of discipline-specific BOQs.
• Review engineering drawings design specifications and scope documents to verify cost impacts and identify gaps.
• Maintain and update cost databases for materials equipment and labor across all disciplines.
• Support value-engineering exercises and provide cost-benefit analysis to project teams.
• Assist in developing procurement strategies and identifying long-lead or critical packages.
• Prepare and issue tender documents RFQs and RFPs for CSA/ Mechanical / Electrical works.
• Support bid evaluation through:
  • Bid leveling
  • Technical and commercial compliance reviews
  • Supplier clarifications
• Contribute to negotiation strategies with vendors contractors and suppliers.
• Monitor market conditions including material price trends labor rates and supply chain risks.
• Maintain benchmark data for data centers industrial projects and comparable builds.
• Provide insights on local and regional contractor capabilities within the Philippines and neighbouring APAC markets.
• Prepare cost reports procurement status updates and risk assessments for project leadership and clients.
• Track cost movements forecast budget impacts and highlight procurement risks.
• Ensure documentation is complete compliant and audit-ready across both disciplines.
• Evaluate cost impacts for design changes RFIs VO/CO claims and scope adjustments.
• Support commercial teams in validating contractor claims and rate reasonableness.
• Coordinate with design managers project controls procurement and engineering teams for alignment on changes.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Civil Mechanical Electrical) Quantity Surveying Construction Management Supply Chain or related field.
• 812 years experience in estimating procurement support or commercial roles in construction.
• Experience in data centers industrial commercial or MEP-intensive projects preferred.
• Background with PMC EPC or large general contractors is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of CSA or Mechanical or Electrical systems (multi-discipline experience is a plus).
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Proficiency in estimating and procurement tools (CostX Candy Excel ERP/Procurement platforms).
• Excellent understanding of tendering processes and contract structures.
• Ability to interpret drawings specifications and technical documentation.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time