Cost Manager

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Cost Manager in India.

Join a dynamic and internationally focused cost management environment where you will contribute to high-profile construction and real estate projects across European markets. In this role, you will support the delivery of detailed cost planning, quantity surveying, and commercial advisory services for a diverse portfolio of commercial, hospitality, and residential developments. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you’ll help manage project costs from early feasibility stages through project completion while ensuring quality, accuracy, and risk mitigation. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative and fast-paced setting that values innovation, technical excellence, and continuous professional growth. Ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented cost management professional, the role combines analytical expertise, client engagement, and project coordination responsibilities. You’ll contribute to impactful projects while building long-term career progression within a globally connected environment.

Accountabilities:

• Prepare and support feasibility cost estimates, detailed cost plans, and budgeting activities for construction and real estate projects.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and cost analysis from design documentation across multiple project stages.
• Deliver cost management services for occupier and investor-led projects across commercial, hospitality, and residential sectors.
• Identify, assess, communicate, and mitigate project risks related to design, procurement, and cost estimation.
• Apply industry-standard measurement methodologies such as NRM and SMM7 to support accurate project costing.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, consultants, and stakeholders to optimize project deliverables and timelines.
• Raise RFIs and coordinate technical clarifications to support project execution and cost accuracy.
• Maintain high-quality reporting, proposal writing, and project documentation standards.
• Support project delivery from inception through completion while ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules.
• Contribute to business development initiatives, bids, and broader team collaboration activities.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, clients, and project stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Minimum 4–5 years of experience in quantity surveying, cost management, or construction commercial management roles.
• Strong technical understanding of cost planning, quantity take-offs, and construction cost estimation processes.
• Experience working on commercial office, hospitality, hotel, residential, or fit-out projects is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with European construction methodologies and industry measurement standards such as NRM and SMM7.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and experience with cost management software such as CostX is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within fast-paced project environments.
• Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and collaborative approach to teamwork and project delivery.
• MRICS qualification is preferred but not mandatory for the right candidate.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits:

• Remote work flexibility with access to modern digital collaboration tools.
• Opportunity to work on international projects across European markets.
• Strong career development and progression opportunities within a growing global team.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary projects across commercial, residential, and hospitality sectors.
• Collaborative and supportive work culture focused on innovation and professional growth.
• Access to advanced technologies, software tools, and continuous process improvements.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile and fast-paced construction projects.
• Learning and development support to enhance technical and professional expertise.
• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and qualifications.

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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