Cost Manager (Data Analytics & Cost Intelligence)
Core
Manage and maintain construction cost databases, benchmarking data, and cost indices to support project planning and investment decisions.
Role type
Senior IC cost intelligence analyst (data analytics)
Builds
Cost indices, market databases, reporting dashboards, and analytical tools
Domain
Construction, infrastructure, real estate
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Data analytics, quantitative analysis, cost benchmarking, forecasting, market analysis, data visualization, data governance, reporting automation
Preferred skills
Construction economics, business intelligence methodologies, industry experience
Technologies
Power BI, Tableau, Excel
Responsibilities
Manage and maintain construction cost databases, benchmarking data, and cost indices; Analyse market trends including labour, material pricing, inflation, and construction cost movements; Produce cost forecasts, benchmarking reports, and market intelligence insights; Collect, validate, and analyse data from multiple project and market sources; Develop dashboards, visualisations, and reporting tools; Generate analytical insights from project cost data; Support continuous improvement of cost intelligence systems; Collaborate with Cost Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Economists, and Project Teams; Contribute to data governance, quality assurance, and reporting automation initiatives.
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC
