About the Role
Zyeta is looking for a Senior Cost Manager – C&I; (IC)to independently manage the cost and commercial aspects of large-scale commercial interior and workplace projects.
The role will cover budgeting, estimation, BOQ, cost control, procurement, vendor negotiations, variations, billing and final accounts. The person will work closely with the Design, Projects, Procurement and Finance teams to ensure projects are delivered within the approved cost and commercial targets.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare project budgets, initial estimates, BOQs and cost baselines.
Track project costs against approved budgets and identify cost overruns.
Prepare detailed cost estimates and rate analysis based on drawings and project scope.
Review vendor and subcontractor quotations and benchmark market rates.
Manage commercial aspects of tendering, vendor selection and negotiations.
Track purchase orders, work orders, commitments and actual project expenditure.
Review scope and design changes and assess their cost impact.
Manage variations, additional works and change orders.
Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities.
Review contractor and subcontractor bills against actual work and agreed rates.
Track project cost forecasts and provide regular commercial reports.
Identify commercial risks and highlight potential budget overruns with practical solutions.
Maintain project cost data, rate databases and commercial trackers.
Support project teams in maintaining project profitability.
Manage reconciliation and closure of final accounts.
Software Skills
Advanced MS Excel – Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, cost analysis and reporting.
Zoho – hands-on experience with maintaining project/commercial data and reports.
Experience working with ERP or project cost management systems will be an added advantage.
What We're Looking For
10–15 years of experience in Cost Management, Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
Solid experience in commercial interiors, work