Cost Manager, Construction Projects

This role will need travel to on site job, outside Bogotá. The Cost Manager will be responsible for delivering cost planning, estimating, procurement support, and cost control services throughout the lifecycle of corporate fit-out, workplace, and building construction projects. The successful candidate will combine strong technical construction knowledge with commercial acumen, advanced Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities to support local and international clients. Experience in MEP systems, tendering processes, and contractor management will be highly valued. • Assist in feasibility studies and preparation of procurement reports. • Prepare estimates, budgets, cost plans, and present final cost plans to stakeholders. • Develop and maintain project cost management procedures. • Manage tendering and procurement processes, including prequalification, tender analysis, commercial evaluations, tender reports, and contract documentation. • Review and approve subcontractor proposals, manage contracts, variations, and change requests. • Monitor project budgets, expenditure, commitments, and forecasted costs throughout the project lifecycle. • Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts, cost reports, and budget tracking tools using advanced Excel-based models. • Perform cost checks, valuations, benchmarking, and financial analyses to ensure project costs remain aligned with approved budgets. • Review payment applications, monitor invoicing, and ensure timely and accurate payments. • Prepare and present monthly cost reports, forecasts, and financial analyses to clients and internal stakeholders. • Review contractor cost reports and provide recommendations to project leadership and clients. • Support value engineering initiatives and identify cost-saving opportunities. • Negotiate and agree final accounts with contractors and suppliers. • Review and evaluate mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), hydraulic, and low-voltage packages during estimating, tendering, and construction phases. • Interface with clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams throughout all project stages. • Lead and mentor junior cost management professionals when required. • Utilize financial management systems to monitor project performance and margin control. • Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to best-practice initiatives. • Capture lessons learned and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives within the organization. • 6-8 years of professional experience in construction projects. • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred), Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering disciplines. • Proven experience in cost estimating, cost planning, budgeting, and cost control. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including cost models, financial reporting, budget tracking, and data analysis. • Strong understanding of construction market rates, quantity take-offs, and cost benchmarking. • Experience preparing and reviewing budgets, forecasts, tender evaluations, and financial reports. • Fluent English and Spanish (written and spoken). • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills. Preferred • Previous experience in commercial buildings, workplace projects, corporate fit-outs, interior construction, or similar building assets. • Experience estimating and controlling costs for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), Hydraulic, and Low Voltage systems. • Experience in procurement, tendering, contractor selection, and contract administration. • Experience working with international clients, global organizations, or consulting environments. • RICS accreditation. • AACE certifications (CCP, CCT, or equivalent). Our inspired people share our vision and