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Role Overview

The MEP Cost Manager is responsible for managing the cost and commercial aspects of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) works on a large-scale data centre development.

This role ensures cost control, financial accuracy, and value optimisation across complex MEP systems, supporting delivery within strict budget, schedule, and performance requirements typical of mission‑critical facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Budget Management

• Prepare and manage cost estimates, cost plans, and budgets for MEP systems.
• Provide cost advice during design stages, including power, cooling, and building services systems.
• Track project costs and ensure alignment with approved budgets.

Procurement & Tender Management

• Prepare tender documentation for MEP trade packages (e.g., electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection).
• Manage tender processes, including tender analysis, evaluation, and recommendations.
• Support procurement strategies for complex and fast‑track data centre delivery.

Post‑Contract Cost Management

• Manage variations, change control, and cost adjustments.
• Review and certify contractor progress claims and interim payments.
• Maintain cost records and support final account close‑out.

Cost Reporting & Financial Control

• Prepare regular cost reports, forecasts, and cash flow analyses.
• Identify cost risks, trends, and mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with project financial controls and governance requirements.

Technical Coordination (MEP Systems)

• Work closely with engineering teams on critical data centre systems, including:
  • Power distribution (UPS, generators)
  • Cooling systems (chillers, CRAH/CRAC units)
  • Fire protection and detection
  • Structured cabling and infrastructure
• Ensure cost alignment with technical design and operational requirements.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Support project meetings and provide commercial input.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination across project teams.

Risk & Governance

• Identify and manage cost and commercial risks in MEP scope.
• Ensure compliance with project standards, contracts, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and auditable cost documentation.

Role Overview

The Assistant Cost Manager – CSA will support the delivery of cost management services for Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) works on a large‑scale data centre development.

Working closely with senior team members, this role will assist in cost planning, procurement, and commercial management, ensuring cost control and accurate reporting throughout the project lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity for a developing professional to gain exposure to complex, mission‑critical construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Estimation Support

• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, cost plans, and budget updates for CSA works.
• Support benchmarking and cost analysis to align project costs with market data.
• Provide input during design development to support cost optimisation and value engineering initiatives.

Procurement & Tendering

• Assist in preparing tender documentation for CSA trade packages.
• Support tender processes, including document issuance, tender queries, and preliminary analysis.
• Assist in compiling tender evaluation reports and commercial comparisons.

Post‑Contract Cost Management

• Support the management of variations, change orders, and cost tracking.
• Assist in reviewing contractor progress claims and certification processes.
• Maintain and update cost records, logs, and supporting documentation.

Reporting & Financial Control

• Prepare and assist in compiling cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial updates.
• Track project cost performance and highlight potential risks or variances.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of all cost-related activities.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with senior cost managers, project managers, consultants, and contractors.
• Attend project meetings and support coordination between CSA and MEP works.
• Assist in ensuring smooth communication and alignment across stakeholders.

Governance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with project procedures, cost management standards, and reporting processes.
• Support the maintenance of accurate records in line with audit and governance requirements.
• Contribute to capturing lessons learned and project data for knowledge management.

• Lead and manage all MEP construction activities on-site for the data center project
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure project alignment
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning (ITC) of mechanical and electrical systems
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, design drawings, and international standards
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resource allocations
• Identify and mitigate risks related to MEP works
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress reporting
• Drive quality control and assurance processes across all MEP disciplines
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations
• Support client meetings, technical reviews, and project updates

Role Summary 

The CSA Cost Manager will be responsible for delivering full lifecycle cost management services for the Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) packages on a large‑scale data centre development.

This role focuses on ensuring cost certainty, commercial control, and value optimisation across complex base‑build works, including substructure, superstructure, building envelope, and architectural elements. You will work in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment, collaborating closely with project teams, consultants, and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Pre‑Contract Management

• Prepare and manage cost estimates, feasibility studies, and detailed cost plans for CSA works.
• Provide cost advice during design development on structural systems, construction methods, and architectural elements.
• Benchmark costs and identify value engineering opportunities to optimise project outcomes.

Procurement & Tendering

• Prepare tender documentation and commercial deliverables for CSA trade packages.
• Manage tender processes including pre‑qualification, tender analysis, evaluation, and recommendations.

Post‑Contract Cost Management

• Manage change control processes, including variation assessments and cost impact analysis.
• Review and certify contractor progress payments.
• Monitor cost performance and maintain accurate forecasts and records.
• Support final account negotiation and project close‑out.

Reporting & Financial Control

• Prepare regular cost reports, forecasts, and financial updates.
• Identify cost risks, trends, and mitigation measures.
• Ensure alignment with project budgets and financial governance requirements.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with Project Managers, consultants, contractors, and client representatives.
• Participate in design, coordination, and site meetings, providing commercial input for CSA scope.
• Coordinate closely with MEP teams to ensure integrated project delivery.

Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with project governance, procedures, and reporting standards.
• Identify and manage project cost risks proactively.
• Maintain transparency and accuracy in all cost management deliverables.

• Lead and manage all CSA construction activities on-site for the data center project
• Oversee earthworks, substructure, superstructure, architectural, and finishing works
• Coordinate with design consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders
• Ensure CSA works align with MEP coordination, interfaces, and sequencing requirements
• Review and manage construction drawings, method statements, and shop drawings
• Monitor project progress, schedules, and budgets for CSA packages
• Ensure compliance with local authority regulations, building codes, and project specifications
• Implement and enforce quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards
• Conduct site inspections, manage defects, and support handover and close-out activities

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced MEP Cost Manager to lead the commercial and cost management aspects of all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) packages on a large-scale, high-specification facility project.

This role will support the delivery of a technically complex development involving mission-critical systems, precision engineering, and stringent operational requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring cost efficiency, procurement excellence, and robust contract administration across the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Estimation

• Develop, manage, and update detailed MEP cost plans, budgets, and forecasts
• Conduct cost benchmarking and value engineering for critical building systems (HVAC, cleanroom environments, electrical infrastructure, ELV, BMS, etc.)
• Support design teams by providing cost advice during design development stages
• Ensure alignment between budget, scope, and technical requirements

Procurement & Tendering

• Lead the full MEP procurement process, from prequalification to contract award
• Prepare and manage tender documentation, BOQs, and pricing schedules
• Perform commercial evaluations, bid comparisons, and negotiations
• Ensure procurement strategies support project timelines and risk mitigation

Contract Administration

• Administer contracts in accordance with established contract frameworks (FIDIC or equivalent)
• Manage and evaluate variations, change orders, and claims
• Review and certify contractor progress payments and final accounts
• Ensure strong commercial governance and compliance throughout the project

Cost Control & Reporting

• Monitor MEP cost performance, including budget tracking and forecast outturn costs
• Identify and manage risks, opportunities, and cost variances
• Prepare regular cost reports and commercial updates for internal and external stakeholders
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and financial tracking

Stakeholder & Project Coordination

• Work closely with consultants, contractors, engineers, and client representatives
• Provide commercial input to project leadership for key decisions
• Ensure coordination between design, procurement, and construction phases

Technical Interface (MEP Systems)

• Provide cost and commercial oversight for specialised systems, including:
  • Advanced HVAC and process cooling systems
  • Cleanroom or controlled environments
  • Power distribution, UPS, and backup systems
  • ELV, ICT, and building management systems (BMS)
• Review technical proposals with a focus on cost efficiency and constructability

Role Overview

The CSA Cost Manager will be responsible for delivering full lifecycle cost management services for the Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) packages on a large‑scale data centre development.

This role focuses on ensuring cost certainty, commercial control, and value optimisation across complex base‑build works, including substructure, superstructure, building envelope, and architectural elements. You will work in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment, collaborating closely with project teams, consultants, and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Pre‑Contract Management

• Prepare and manage cost estimates, feasibility studies, and detailed cost plans for CSA works.
• Provide cost advice during design development on structural systems, construction methods, and architectural elements.
• Benchmark costs and identify value engineering opportunities to optimise project outcomes.

Procurement & Tendering

• Prepare tender documentation and commercial deliverables for CSA trade packages.
• Manage tender processes including pre‑qualification, tender analysis, evaluation, and recommendations.

Post‑Contract Cost Management

• Manage change control processes, including variation assessments and cost impact analysis.
• Review and certify contractor progress payments.
• Monitor cost performance and maintain accurate forecasts and records.
• Support final account negotiation and project close‑out.

Reporting & Financial Control

• Prepare regular cost reports, forecasts, and financial updates.
• Identify cost risks, trends, and mitigation measures.
• Ensure alignment with project budgets and financial governance requirements.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with Project Managers, consultants, contractors, and client representatives.
• Participate in design, coordination, and site meetings, providing commercial input for CSA scope.
• Coordinate closely with MEP teams to ensure integrated project delivery.

Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with project governance, procedures, and reporting standards.
• Identify and manage project cost risks proactively.
• Maintain transparency and accuracy in all cost management deliverables.

Role Summary 

As an Assistant Cost Manager for Data Centre Projects, you will support the delivery of cost management services across fast‑paced, service‑intensive environments. Working under the guidance of a Cost Manager or Senior Cost Manager, you will assist with cost planning, tender support, contract administration, and reporting activities.

Pre‑Contract Support

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, cost plans, and budgets for data centre projects.
• Support quantity take‑offs and rate analysis for MEP or CSA packages depending on background.
• Help prepare tender documentation, gather quotations, and support tender analyses and evaluations.
• Assist in compiling contract documents and supporting procurement activities.

Post‑Contract Support

• Help track project costs, monitor variations, and assist in change control procedures.
• Support preparation of monthly cost reports and updates for clients.
• Collect and verify data required for progress valuations and payment certifications.
• Coordinate with contractors and consultants to verify work progress and financial claims.

Governance & Coordination

• Maintain organised documentation, cost records, and audit‑ready files throughout the project.
• Assist in value engineering discussions and cost‑saving reviews.
• Support the project team by providing timely inputs during meetings, workshops, and client discussions.
• Ensure key information and learning from each project is uploaded into internal knowledge platforms.

Role Summary 

As an Assistant Cost Manager for Data Centre Projects, you will support the delivery of cost management services across fast‑paced, service‑intensive environments. Working under the guidance of a Cost Manager or Senior Cost Manager, you will assist with cost planning, tender support, contract administration, and reporting activities.

Pre‑Contract Support

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, cost plans, and budgets for data centre projects.
• Support quantity take‑offs and rate analysis for MEP or CSA packages depending on background.
• Help prepare tender documentation, gather quotations, and support tender analyses and evaluations.
• Assist in compiling contract documents and supporting procurement activities.

Post‑Contract Support

• Help track project costs, monitor variations, and assist in change control procedures.
• Support preparation of monthly cost reports and updates for clients.
• Collect and verify data required for progress valuations and payment certifications.
• Coordinate with contractors and consultants to verify work progress and financial claims.

Governance & Coordination

• Maintain organised documentation, cost records, and audit‑ready files throughout the project.
• Assist in value engineering discussions and cost‑saving reviews.
• Support the project team by providing timely inputs during meetings, workshops, and client discussions.
• Ensure key information and learning from each project is uploaded into internal knowledge platforms.

• Assist in the delivery of project management services throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct background research, data collection, and benchmarking to support decision-making.
• Establish and maintain effective project documentation and reporting systems.
• Support the development and updating of detailed project plans and schedules.
• Track project progress and performance indicators; prepare updates and reports.
• Manage change control processes and maintain accurate change logs.
• Draft formal progress reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Attend project meetings and produce accurate and timely meeting minutes.
• Support communication flow between internal and external teams.

The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing procurement activities within a defined function or project segment. This role requires deep expertise in procurement processes, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders to achieve optimal sourcing outcomes. The incumbent ensures alignment between procurement activities and broader organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Execution

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities for assigned categories, projects, or business units.
• Ensure procurement strategies align with organizational goals and operational requirements.
• Drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and value creation across procurement initiatives.

Stakeholder Management & Influence

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business needs and priorities.
• Influence decision-making through data-driven insights and negotiation skills.
• Resolve conflicts and guide stakeholders toward optimal procurement outcomes.

Problem Solving & Analysis

• Address complex, multi-variable procurement challenges affecting multiple stakeholders.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify underlying issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Prioritize competing demands while balancing cost, quality, risk, and timelines.

Supplier & Contract Management

• Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Lead negotiations and contract management to secure favorable terms and mitigate risks.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions when necessary.

Process Integration & Improvement

• Understand how procurement activities interlink with broader business processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure governance, compliance, and adherence to procurement policies and standards.

Team Coordination & Guidance

• Provide informal leadership, guidance, and mentorship to team members or small workgroups.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts to deliver procurement objectives efficiently.
• Support capability building within the procurement function.

Decision-Making & Accountability

• Accountable for the full outcomes of a procurement function, category, or project segment.
• Makes decisions that impact cost, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.
• Exercises judgment in complex situations with multiple variables and stakeholder considerations.

Role Overview

The Senior Cost Manager – Data Centre Projects will lead the delivery of full lifecycle cost management services across large‑scale, mission‑critical facilities. This role is responsible for ensuring robust commercial control, cost certainty, and strategic advisory across hyperscale data centre developments, including base build and fit‑out works.

You will act as a key commercial advisor, managing complex packages such as CSA, MEP, and specialist data centre systems, while working closely with clients, consultants, and contractors to drive successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Leadership & Cost Strategy

• Lead the development and management of project budgets, cost plans, and forecasting for data centre developments.
• Provide strategic cost advice on value engineering, procurement strategies, and cost optimisation.
• Establish cost control frameworks aligned with programme, risk, and delivery strategies.

Cost Planning & Pre‑Contract Services

• Oversee preparation of detailed cost estimates, benchmarking, and feasibility studies.
• Lead cost planning through concept, design, and pre‑construction stages.
• Challenge design solutions and propose alternatives to optimise cost, performance, and constructability in mission‑critical environments.

Procurement & Tender Management

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for CSA, MEP, and specialist systems (e.g. power, cooling, containment).
• Lead tender processes including tender documentation, evaluations, negotiations, and recommendations.
• Ensure commercial alignment across multiple contract packages and vendors.

Post‑Contract Cost Control

• Manage post‑contract activities including variations, change control, claims assessment, and cost reporting.
• Oversee contractor valuations and certify payments in line with contractual terms.
• Lead final account negotiations and project close‑out.

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the primary commercial interface with clients, project teams, and key stakeholders.
• Present cost reports, forecasts, and commercial insights to senior stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high level of service delivery.

Data Centre / Technical Coordination

• Work closely with engineering teams to understand power, cooling, redundancy (Tier standards), and infrastructure requirements.
• Provide commercial oversight on critical systems including UPS, generators, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, and structured cabling.
• Support alignment between design intent and cost efficiency in highly technical environments.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead and mentor Cost Managers and Assistant Cost Managers within the team.
• Review deliverables to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project standards.
• Support team development and capability building.

Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with internal governance, financial controls, and client reporting requirements.
• Identify cost risks early and develop mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across data centre project

Role Overview

The Assistant Cost Manager will support the delivery of cost management services for a large‑scale advanced manufacturing facility construction project.

Working as part of a commercial team, this role will assist in managing cost planning, procurement, and financial control across CSA, MEP, and specialist systems within a highly technical, fast‑paced project environment. This is an excellent opportunity for early‑career professionals to gain exposure to mission‑critical and high‑tech construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Estimation Support

• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, feasibility studies, and cost plans across different project stages.
• Support cost benchmarking and data analysis for key construction and engineering packages.
• Assist in providing cost input during design development and value engineering exercises.

Procurement & Tendering

• Support the preparation and issuance of tender documentation for CSA, MEP, and specialist works.
• Assist in managing tender queries, document control, and communication with bidders.
• Support tender evaluation through cost comparison, analysis, and reporting.

Post‑Contract Cost Management

• Assist in managing variations, change control processes, and cost tracking.
• Support the review of contractor progress claims and interim valuations.
• Maintain accurate cost records, logs, and financial documentation.

Reporting & Financial Control

• Assist in preparing cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial updates.
• Track project expenditure and highlight any potential cost risks or variances.
• Support compliance with project financial governance and reporting standards.

Technical & Project Coordination

• Work closely with project teams across CSA, MEP, and technical systems to support cost alignment.
• Assist in attending design, coordination, and site meetings.
• Support integration of cost information across engineering and construction activities.

Stakeholder Support

• Assist in liaising with project managers, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Support effective communication and coordination across the project team.
• Provide administrative and commercial support to senior cost management staff.

Governance & Documentation

• Ensure all cost management documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Support adherence to project procedures, governance frameworks, and audit requirements.
• Contribute to capturing project data, lessons learned, and cost benchmarks.

Role Overview

The Cost Manager will be responsible for delivering full lifecycle cost management services for a large‑scale advanced manufacturing facility construction project.

The role focuses on ensuring cost certainty, commercial control, and value optimisation across complex construction works, including CSA, MEP, cleanroom environments, and process infrastructure. You will work in a highly technical, fast‑paced environment supporting the delivery of mission‑critical facilities to exacting quality and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Pre‑Contract Services

• Prepare and manage cost estimates, feasibility studies, and detailed cost plans across all project stages.
• Provide cost advice during design development, including materials, construction methodologies, and high‑tech facility requirements.
• Support value engineering initiatives to optimise cost, performance, and constructability.

Procurement & Tender Management

• Prepare tender documentation for CSA, MEP, and specialist packages.
• Manage tender processes including tender clarifications, evaluation, commercial analysis, and recommendations.
• Support procurement strategies aligned with fast‑track and complex project delivery environments.

Post‑Contract Cost Management

• Manage variations, change control, and claim assessments throughout construction.
• Review contractor progress claims and certify interim payments.
• Maintain cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Support final account negotiation and project close‑out.

Cost Reporting & Financial Control

• Prepare regular cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial updates.
• Identify cost risks, trends, and mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with project financial governance and reporting standards.

Technical & Project Coordination

• Work closely with project teams across CSA, MEP, cleanroom, and process system scopes.
• Support coordination between engineering, construction, and procurement functions.
• Provide commercial input during design coordination and site meetings.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment on project objectives.
• Participate in key project meetings and contribute to decision‑making from a commercial perspective.

Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with project controls, procedures, and audit requirements.
• Identify and proactively manage cost and commercial risks.
• Maintain accuracy and transparency in all cost management deliverabl

• Define and support the achievement of project success criteria including time, cost, quality, and performance.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and schedules.
• Monitor project finances and ensure alignment with budgetary targets with the project quantity surveyor team.
• Manage change control processes and ensure proper documentation
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional project teams.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across all stakeholders.
• Manage the flow of project information through meetings and written communications.
• Maintain effective project governance, processes, and systems.
• Prepare formal project progress reports and other documentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, health, and environmental standards.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and consultants throughout all project stages.
• Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and escalate to senior management.
• Ensure key learnings and project data are captured in internal knowledge systems.

Project Support & Coordination

• Assist in the delivery of project management services throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct background research, data collection, and benchmarking to support decision-making.
• Establish and maintain effective project documentation and reporting systems.
• Support the development and updating of detailed project plans and schedules.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a robust communication framework to align all stakeholders, facilitating swift decision-making and proactive issue resolution.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Track project progress and performance indicators; prepare updates and reports
• Manage change control processes and maintain accurate change logs.
• Assist in weekly dashboard, formal progress reports and presentations for stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Attend project meetings and produce accurate and timely meeting minutes.
• Support communication flow between internal and external teams.
• Assist in proactive cost tracking and forecasting with Client’s QS to monitor budget utilisation, assess potential risks early, and provide real-time cost reporting.
• Assist in maintaining structured payment certificate process, ensuring claims are aligned with verified progress and maintaining healthy cash flow for all project stakeholders.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to support the delivery of large-scale data centre / mission-critical developments. This role will be responsible for managing the full spectrum of contractual and commercial activities, ensuring that projects are delivered in line with contractual obligations, commercial strategy, and risk management protocols.

The successful candidate will play a key role in administering contracts, managing claims and variations, and supporting procurement and delivery teams across high-value CSA and MEP packages.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Administration & Governance

• Manage and administer contracts across the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with agreed terms and conditions
• Oversee contract documentation, including subcontracts, amendments, and change orders
• Ensure adherence to contract frameworks (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, or bespoke client contracts)
• Provide guidance to project teams on contractual obligations, rights, and risk exposure

Commercial & Claims Management

• Lead the assessment and management of variations, claims, and disputes, particularly for MEP and specialist packages
• Review contractor submissions including EOT (Extension of Time), cost claims, and change requests
• Support negotiation and resolution of commercial issues with contractors and vendors
• Maintain detailed records to support commercial positions and dispute avoidance

Procurement & Package Management

• Support procurement activities including preparation of tender documentation, contract terms, and bid evaluations
• Provide input on contract strategy for key packages such as:
  • Mechanical systems (HVAC, cooling infrastructure)
  • Electrical systems (MV/LV, UPS, generators)
  • Specialist data centre equipment and installations
• Ensure contracts are aligned with project delivery strategies and timelines

Risk & Compliance Management

• Identify and manage contractual and commercial risks across the project
• Ensure all contractual processes meet internal governance and compliance standards
• Support risk mitigation strategies through proactive contract management and issue resolution

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key point of contact for contractual matters between clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams
• Work closely with project managers, cost managers, and engineering teams to ensure alignment
• Facilitate effective communication and escalation of contractual issues when required

Role Overview

We are hiring a QS Procurement Lead to drive end-to-end procurement strategy for large-scale data centre / mission-critical projects. This role will focus on commercial procurement, tender management, and contract award across high-value CSA and MEP packages.

You will play a key role in ensuring cost-effective sourcing, contract compliance, and timely procurement delivery, working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced project environment.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Lead procurement strategy, sourcing plans, and package structuring
• Manage trade packaging across:
  • CSA (Civil, Structural, Architectural)
  • MEP (HVAC, Electrical, ELV, Fire Protection)
• Align procurement timelines with project programme and delivery milestones
• Drive value engineering, cost optimisation, and market benchmarking

Tendering & Bid Management

• Manage full tender lifecycle: RFQ / RFP, tender issuance, bid analysis, and award
• Conduct commercial bid evaluations, cost comparisons, and benchmarking
• Lead contract negotiations with contractors and suppliers
• Ensure clarity on scope, pricing, specifications, and risk allocation

Contracting & Commercial Management

• Draft and manage contracts, subcontracts, and procurement documentation
• Work with contract frameworks such as FIDIC, NEC, bespoke agreements
• Maintain alignment with cost plans, budgets, and financial targets
• Track procurement commitments and ensure cost control governance

MEP-Focused Procurement

• Manage procurement of key MEP systems:
  • HVAC / Cooling systems (CRAC, CRAH, chillers)
  • Electrical systems (MV/LV, UPS, generators)
  • Data centre infrastructure and specialist vendors
• Coordinate closely with engineering and design teams to ensure technical-commercial alignment

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

• Build and manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and supply chain partners
• Collaborate with cost managers, project managers, consultants, and engineers
• Act as the key commercial interface during procurement and contract award phases

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies, audit requirements, and governance frameworks
• Maintain accurate documentation for tendering, evaluation, and contract approvals
• Drive best practices in procurement processes and efficiency improvements

• Develops, implements, and maintains technical quality assurance and control systems and activities.
• Defines and specifies the implementation of standards, methods, and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision, accuracy, and reliability of the construction and future operation management.
• Participates in the reviewing of engineering designs to contribute quality requirements and considerations.
• Assists construction support areas in gathering and analyzing data.
• Demonstrable experience in the managing of multi-disciplined semiconductor projects and/or other relevant industries is strongly preferred.
• Implement construction quality management in construction activities.
• Collaborate with core team to perform the audits to validate and confirm Contractors’ QA/QC (Quality Assurance and Quality Control) activities.
• Focal Point for specific discipline, excellent familiarity with the project scope and drawings.
• Review and follow up the Contractors’ QA/QC plans and relevant Quality Documentation and verify execution is done per latest and updated IFC.
• Review and follow up the Contractors’ Quality records.
• Issues and tracks NCR (Non-Conformance Record) items till closure.
• Supports and coordinates Mock-ups.
• Escalation path for relevant Lead Project Manager.
• Performs incremental checks to validate and confirm Contractors’ installations.
• Attend mutual QC walk down with Owners.
• Supports Design Verification (DV) Process and start-up and commissioning quality issues.
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving program. Tracking defect rectification and closure in time.
• Perform Quality training for Subcontractors.
• Summarize and categorize all kinds of Quality inspection statistic data and list down for supervision, analysis and outcome report for improvement and recovery.

Job Summary

As a Senior Cost Manager, you will lead the delivery of cost management services for large-scale data centre and mission-critical developments, with a strong focus on MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) systems and high-value packages.

You will be responsible for driving cost control, commercial strategy, and financial performance across the full lifecycle of projects, ensuring alignment with programme, procurement strategy, and delivery objectives. This role involves leading project teams, managing complex stakeholder environments, and overseeing commercial aspects of technically intensive works.

Team Leadership & Development

• Maintain the highest standards of professional integrity and commercial governance
• Lead and mentor cost management teams across multiple packages, including CSA and MEP disciplines
• Drive team performance in fast-paced, high-value project environments
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and capability building within the team

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the key commercial interface for MEP contractors, specialist vendors, and consultants
• Coordinate closely with design, engineering, and project management teams to align cost and technical requirements
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across procurement, construction, and commissioning phases
• Manage and resolve commercial issues relating to variations, claims, and change control

Project Strategy & Planning

• Develop and manage detailed cost plans, benchmarking, and estimating for data centre projects
• Provide cost advice on MEP systems including HVAC, electrical infrastructure (UPS, generators), and ELV systems
• Support procurement strategies for major trade packages such as:
  • Mechanical systems (cooling, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units)
  • Electrical systems (MV/LV distribution, backup power systems)
  • Specialist data centre installations
• Lead value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives during design and pre-construction stages

Project Controls & Reporting

• Act as Commission Manager, taking ownership of end-to-end cost delivery
• Manage cost planning, cost reporting, and forecasting across all project phases
• Lead preparation of monthly cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and commercial updates
• Monitor cost vs budget, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure robust change management and cost control processes are in place

Financial & Risk Management

• Lead commercial management of contracts including NEC, FIDIC, or equivalent forms
• Review and assess contractor claims, variations, and final accounts, particularly for MEP works
• Drive commercial negotiations with contractors and suppliers
• Oversee invoicing, cost tracking, and financial reporting to ensure compliance
• Identify and manage project risks related to cost, procurement, and delivery timelines

• Develop MEP project plans aligned with overall goals and timelines.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to meet project milestones.
• Oversee MEP design development and ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide expert guidance on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ensure integration of MEP with CSA systems.
• Enforce quality assurance through audits and reviews.
• Manage design changes and assess project impacts.
• Identify and mitigate MEP-related risks.
• Act as main contact for MEP coordination and communication.
• Plan and implement commissioning for all MEP systems.
• Train client teams on MEP system operation and maintenance.
• Ensure smooth final handover of fully operational MEP systems.

Treasury Function

• Manage daily cash positioning, weekly cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning for legal entities in Asia.
• Oversee payment processing, bank transfers and account funding.
• Supervise bank reconciliations to be done by sub-regions.  Prepare treasury reports on cash position and liquidity for management review
• Improve treasury processes, controls, systems and automation where possible.
• Maintain relationships with banks, optimize bank accounts and be a single point of contact for Group Treasury.

Tax Management

• Lead regional tax compliance including corporate tax filings, drive GST/VAT filings and manage transfer pricing related documentation across Asia countries.
• Manage tax audits and establish relationships with external advisors/regulators.
• Monitor tax legislation changes, provide advisory to business units and effective tax rate planning.
• Single point of contact/tax advisor for regional controllers in Asia and for the Group tax department.

• Manage end-to-end electrical project execution for a manufacturing facility, from design review to commissioning.
• Oversee electrical contractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure compliance with project scope, quality, and safety standards.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, method statements, and shop drawings.
• Plan and monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with local authorities, codes, and standards (e.g. Suruhanjaya Tenaga, IEC, MS standards).
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, process, and EHS teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Conduct site inspections, progress meetings, and risk assessments.
• Manage testing, commissioning, and handover documentation.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, technical issues, and delays.
• Prepare regular project status reports for stakeholders.

Job Summary
The Cost Manager is responsible for the cost and commercial management of commercial office fit‑out projects, covering both Interior Design (ID) and Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) works. The role supports projects from early design through construction and close‑out, ensuring delivery within approved budgets, programme requirements, and quality standards.

This role is ideal for a cost professional experienced in tenant fit‑outs, corporate workplaces, refurbishments, and restacking works, working closely with designers, project managers, and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Budget Management

• Prepare initial cost estimates, detailed cost plans, and budgets for office fit‑out projects at all design stages.
• Provide cost advice during design development, including space planning, materials selection, finishes, and construction methods.
• Monitor and control costs throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with client budgets and commercial objectives.

Interior Design (ID) Cost Management – Office Fit‑Out

• Manage cost planning and control for office interior works, including partitions, ceilings, flooring, wall finishes, joinery, pantry fit‑outs, meeting rooms, and workplace amenities.
• Manage costing for FF&E, loose furniture, audiovisual elements, and specialist office requirements.
• Advise on cost implications of design changes, upgrades, and fast‑track delivery strategies common to office fit‑out projects.

CSA Cost Management – Fit‑Out & Refurbishment

• Prepare and manage cost estimates for fit‑out related CSA works, including minor structural works, raised floors, architectural modifications, façade interfaces, and refurbishment scope.
• Coordinate CSA and ID costs to ensure clear scope boundaries and avoid gaps or overlaps with building base‑build works.
• Support constructability reviews and value engineering for refurbishment and occupied‑building environments.

Tendering & Procurement

• Prepare tender documentation for office fit‑out trade packages, including ID and CSA works.
• Manage tender processes including tender queries, analysis, evaluation reports, and commercial recommendations.
• Advise on procurement strategies suitable for fast‑paced commercial office fit‑out projects.

Post‑Contract, Change & Commercial Management

• Manage post‑contract cost control, including progress valuations, variations, and change orders.
• Assess contractor claims and certify interim payments accurately and timely.
• Support final account settlement and commercial close‑out.

Reporting & Stakeholder Coordination

• Prepare regular cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial summaries for clients and project teams.
• Attend design, coordination, and site meetings to provide cost and commercial input.
• Work closely with Interior Designers, Project Managers, Engineers, and Contractors to align design, delivery, and budget objectives.

Governance & Knowledge Management

• Ensure compliance with agreed cost management processes and governance requirements.
• Capture project cost data, lessons learned, and best practices for continuous improvement across office fit‑out projects.

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive HSE programs and policies tailored to high voltage substation construction activities.
• Ensure project is in compliance with relevant local and national health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as the company standards and policies.
• To provide the best practice HSE solution on day-to-day monitor and report to maintain high HSE standards in the field.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and job hazard analyses to identify potential hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to monitor compliance with HSE standards. Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• to monitor and review the implementation of HSE standard at the high voltage substation construction site.
• Ensuring project meeting that we chair starts with a Health & Safety moment which we initiate through our dedicated Health, Safety, Wellbeing App
• Ensuring all employees, contractors, subcontractors and vendors on site have a requisite level of compliant safety training resulting in them having knowledge of high degree of hazard awareness.
• Adopting a collaborative approach to health and safety across the entire project team promoting safety accountability at all levels, including from the client and owner.
• Setting a zero-tolerance health and safety culture.
• Adopting health and safety assurance process emphasizes leading indicators, which are effective in the developing mitigations to risks on the project site
• Proactively undertaking site supervision of works activities to address safety concerns or identified risk activities.