Job Title: Cost Manager (Civil Interiors), CPT

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced candidate who has extensive knowledge of CI item rates, proficiency in cost estimation for Design Build and General Contracting projects, and AutoCAD/Cost X skills for quantity take-offs. They should collaborate effectively, provide accurate and timely estimates, and possess strong communication skills. Experience in corporate interior projects, value engineering, and BOQ formulation is essential.

Key Responsibilities

- Accurately assess and estimate project costs for Design Build and General Contracting projects based on drawings, requirements, and BOQs
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs using AutoCAD/Cost X for corporate interior projects
- Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather project requirements and ensure cost estimates align with desired outcomes
- Provide timely and accurate cost estimates, adhering to strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain comprehensive executed project cost data at various levels for cost benchmarking purposes
- Conduct value engineering, cost variation analysis, and rate analysis as per project requirements
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, materials, and labor costs to ensure accurate estimations
- Formulate and standardize BOQs Cost Formats for various project types
- Align cost estimation practices with company policies and procedures

Qualifications and Experience

- Bachelors degree in Civil engineering
- 4-5 years of proven demonstrated experience in corporate interior projects, with a solid focus on Design Build and General Contracting projects




- Extensive knowledge of CI item rates, packages, and related specifications
- Proficiency in AutoCAD for detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimations
- Experience with Cost X tool is highly advantageous

Skills and Competencies

- Solid analytical skills for accurate cost estimations and analysis
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities to effectively convey cost estimates to project stakeholders
- High attention to detail combined with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive and adaptable approach to project requirements and changes
- Intermediate design knowledge and sense, enhancing understanding of project needs
- Proficiency in cost estimation software and tools beyond AutoCAD and Cost X
- Comprehensive understanding of construction materials, methods, and current market rates
- Advanced ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents
- Excellent time management and organizational skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong team collaboration skills and ability to manage relationships with various stakeholders
- Capability to perform value engineering and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
- Familiarity with industry standards, building codes, and regulations relevant to interior fit-out projects

Location: Chennai, TN

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 48

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📌 Cost Manager - CPT (Chennai)
🏢 Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL)
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