Cost Planner- Qunatity Surveyor Role- Cost Consultancy Background Only- Real Estate Background

Responsibilities

Primary responsibility is to provide cost plan during early stages of a project by conducting detailed feasibility studies and

cost analysis.

Helps to outline the project's objectives & provide cost advice. Work closely with design department to define the cost plan

and identify any financial constraints or opportunities.

Refines the initial cost plan, advising on procurement routes and strategies. Assist in developing the project brief, ensuring

all cost implications are considered and aligning the financial plan with the client's goals.

Prepares initial cost estimates and conducts value engineering exercises to ensure the design aligns with the cost plan.

Also begin to identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, contributing to the overall cost management

plan.

Refines cost plan and conducts detailed cost checks against the evolving design. Ensure that spatial arrangements are

cost-effective and that any changes in the design are financially evaluated. Coordination with other project stakeholders is

crucial to maintain budgetary control.

Preparation of detailed Bills of Quantities - 1. Initial project documentation, collecting all relevant project documents,

including architectural plans, engineering drawings, and specifications. 2. Itemisation and categorisation, review the project

documents thoroughly and itemise all materials and labour required. 3. Quality control, review and cross-check the BOQ

thoroughly to ensure accuracy and consistency. 4. Compliance and standards, ensure that Bills of Quantities adheres to

the relevant standards and guidelines. 5. Final compilation, organise the BOQ in a clear and easily understandable format.

Include a cover page with project details.

Provides detailed cost information and supports the preparation of tender documents.