Cost and Contract Manager - Solar Farm Projects

About the role

Turner & Townsend is hiring a Cost and Contract Manager in Kuala Lumpur to handle the cost and contract management of hybrid solar farm and renewable energy projects. The role covers budget development, cost control, procurement and contract administration from feasibility through close-out.

Key responsibilities

• Develop project budgets, analyse EPCC cost submissions from contractors against market prices, and manage costs from initial feasibility to final close-out
• Perform risk analysis and maintain a cost databank for the company
• Negotiate contracts so projects are delivered profitably and on schedule
• Prepare preliminary budgets and detailed cost plans, and feed inputs into feasibility studies
• Prepare tender documentation where needed, evaluate contractor bids and help negotiate and award contracts
• Monitor project expenditures, track cost variances and carry out value engineering
• Manage change orders, review and certify contractor progress payments and negotiate final accounts
• Prepare regular financial forecasts and cost reports for stakeholders and senior management
• Identify cost risks and put in place mitigation strategies

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, commercial management, civil construction management or a related commercial field
• Minimum 5-8 years of progressive experience in construction project cost planning and commercial management
• Past experience in the renewable energy industry is an added advantage

Required skills

• Proficiency in cost estimating methods
• Thorough understanding of construction methodologies
• Familiarity with contracts such as FIDIC