Cost Manager
Core
Support Project Managers with comprehensive cost control across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects, ensuring projects stay within budget through rigorous cost assessment and change management.
Role type
Senior Cost Manager (Infrastructure)
Builds
Infrastructure projects (transport, lighting, water access, urban development) for clients and internal stakeholders
Domain
Infrastructure / Construction / Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
Cost estimation, budget monitoring, value engineering, change order management, contract administration, financial reporting, bidding support, MS Project, MS Excel
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Belgian cost management practices and local market, fluent English and Dutch or French
Technologies
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Project
Responsibilities
Monitor and control project budgets with continuous cost assessments and trend analysis; Advise on value engineering and cost optimization strategies; Coordinate the variation process and manage change orders including client changes and contra charges; Review and approve contractor invoices and prepare interim payment certificates; Produce clear monthly cost reports for regular cost meetings; Provide cost advisory services and support value/cost analyses for internal stakeholders and clients; Support the bidding process with input and pricing for cost management services.