The cost engineer reports to the Project Director/Manager and liaises with all other Cost Management, Unit members. Coordinate with clients senior representatives, Contractors, Subcontractors, Government Agencies, and Consultants as necessary.
Support the Project Director in establishing and implementing department policies, goals, objectives, and procedures as approved by the Project Director.
Support and participation in preparing the projects budgets and five-year plan and updating it annually.
Support and participate in preparing the annual project budget plan and submitting it to the Ministry of Finance to approve the annual budget.
Review the estimated cost of projects before the bidding phase.
Develop and follow up on invoicing and payment processes.
Managing the projects change management, review, and audit claims process.
Manage and sustain the projects cost data using the appropriate Project Management Information System (PMIS).
Participate in monitoring the project, reporting, and managing project dashboards.
Review projects cash flow and recommends best practice for planning and updating.
Represent the department in management meetings as necessary.
Coordinate with client departments and divisions to implement the current and future deliverables and initiatives.
Provide guidance, directions, and specialized assistance to projects.
Monitor project cash flow, advise departments of any deviation in plans, and provide input and feedback to rectify deviations.
Coordinate and develop related reports for inclusion in the Unified Monthly Report prepared by Cost Management Department.
Establish, measure, and report the achievement of department goals and targets, KPI and performance.
Assist the Director in identifying staff knowledge and skill sets gaps and implementing appropriate training.
Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.
