Assistant Cost Manager

DEPARTMENT

Business Development

LOCATION

Hong Kong

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist project teams on the commercial function for building, infrastructure and railways projects in Hong Kong and overseas.
  • Support project teams in handling contractual and commercial matters throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Assist in contract administration, procurement activities, and liaison with clients, contractors, consultants, and subconsultants.
  • Support business development initiatives by tracking, maintaining, and updating records of new opportunities in accordance with company procedures.
  • Prepare tender budgets, fee proposals, and commercial assessments for new business opportunities.
  • Prepare business presentations, project cost reports and management reports.
  • Maintain and update commercial databases, cost records, and related documentation.
  • Liaise with various departments on contract administration, audits, compliance, financial matters and other corporate requirements.
  • Prepare cost estimates, cost plans, tender documents and bills of quantities for projects.
  • Perform ad-hoc duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Degree holder in Quantity Surveying, Construction Cost Management, or a related discipline from a recognized university.
  • Possess a professional qualification obtained from a recognized professional body (e.g. HKIS, RICS or equivalent).
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, contract administration, and/or commercial management within the construction, engineering, or related industries.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Familiarity with cost and financial management systems would be beneficial.
  • Knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop would be an added advantage.
  • Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, responsible, and able to work independently.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with strong organizational abilities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Immediate availability or short notice period is highly preferred.