Cost Engineer

3 weeks ago

Metro Manila Philippines Buscojobs Full time

Job Postings Overview

Multiple Cost Engineer opportunities in the Philippines. Roles vary by company and project, but commonly include cost estimation, budget management, financial analysis, and contract/subcontract cost control for construction projects. Responsibilities typically cover preparing BOQ/BOM and labor cost analyses, monitoring expenditures, developing and validating budgets, and collaborating with project teams. Qualifications commonly require a bachelor's degree in Engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical, or related), 2–5+ years of cost engineering, experience with cost databases and project management tools, and strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Some postings note regional eligibility or relocation considerations.

Responsibilities
  • Prepare detailed project cost estimates covering BOQ, BOM, labor, materials, equipment, and other resources.
  • Develop and manage project budgets; monitor expenditures against budgets; prepare monthly cost reports.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring quality and compliance with project requirements.
  • Conduct financial analyses (variance analysis, cost-benefit studies, risk assessments) to support decision-making.
  • Review and validate BOQ/BOM for accuracy; track and report labor costs and productivity.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure cost-effective resource allocation.
  • Assist in procurement by providing accurate cost estimates and validating quotations.
  • Monitor and control project costs across the full project lifecycle; manage subcontract and vendor costs and payments where applicable.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent.
  • 2–5+ years of experience in cost estimation, cost control, and financial analysis.
  • Proven experience with BOQ/BOM and labor cost analysis; proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with costing software/tools; SAP/ERP experience is a plus.
  • Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills; excellent written and verbal communication; high attention to detail.
  • Experience in construction/telecommunications sectors is advantageous.
  • Willingness to relocate or work in various Philippine locations as required by the posting.
Job Type and Location
  • Full-time or project-based depending on the posting.
  • Locations include Mandaluyong, San Pablo City (Laguna), Lemery (Batangas), and other Philippine sites as listed in postings.
Benefits and Perks
  • Company events
  • Health and life insurance where offered
  • Paid holidays or additional leave
  • Opportunities for promotion
Example Current Openings (illustrative)
  • Cost Engineer – Mandaluyong, Metro Manila; ₱200,000–₱240,000/year; requirements include Civil/Mechanical/Civil-Engineering background and 2–3 years of cost/quantity surveying experience.
  • Cost Estimator – Aboitiz Construction Inc. (Makati area); Civil Engineering degree; cost estimating experience; willingness to travel or be deployed to project sites.
  • Senior Cost Engineer – Global Elite Manpower Solutions; Civil/Mechanical/Electrical background; 3+ years cost estimating; SAP and AutoCAD experience.

Note: This description consolidates multiple postings with overlapping content. Some postings include location-specific requirements and company-specific benefits.

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