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Roles & Responsibilities
The Cost Manager will lead cost management activities for Cairo-based projects, overseeing budget preparation, cost planning, contractor negotiations, and financial reporting throughout all project stages. This role requires a seasoned professional who will manage a team of junior quantity surveyors and graduates while delivering comprehensive pre and post-contract cost management services to clients across the real estate sector.
What this job involves
Preparing accurate and timely take-offs, cost estimates, and cost plans at various project stages.
Producing Bills of Quantities and pre-tender cost estimates.
Reviewing and negotiating prices with contractors and suppliers.
Preparing contract documents and tender documentation.
Reviewing monthly payment valuations and processing contractor applications.
Managing project change control including variations and additional works.
Pricing and validating post-contract cost estimates and change orders.
Monitoring project costs against budgets and preparing cost reports.
Preparing Final Accounts and financial reconciliation.
Leading and mentoring a team of junior quantity surveyors and graduates.
Attending site visits and design team meetings as required.
Representing JLL professionally with clients and project stakeholders.
Desired Candidate Profile
Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience in cost management.
Proven experience in construction, fit-out, and/or renovation projects within the real estate sector.
Excellent pre and post-contract cost and commercial management skills.
Strong take-off abilities with emphasis on accuracy and speed.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with cost estimation software (CostX, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or Candy) advantageous.
Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
Strong attention to detail with passion for high standards.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong prioritization and self-management abilities in high-pressure environments.
Middle East experience preferred but not essential.
Company Industry
- Real Estate
Department / Functional Area
- Contract Management
- Estimation
- Tendering
- Quantity Surveying
Keywords
- Cost Manager
- PDS Projects
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Jones Lang LaSalle
We re JLL a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 92,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That s why we re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally. Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together. JLL Project & Development Services (P&DS) MENA provides consulting, design, management and build services to tenant and owners, leveraging technology and digital solutions to drive outstanding service delivery. We bring a life-cycle perspective to our clients, from development solutions to our core services in programme, project and cost management and consulting in digital solutions, tenancy management, sustainability, leisure & entertainment, and workplace & design.