Detail-oriented Construction Cost Manager with 7 years of experience in managing project budgets, cost estimating, and financial reporting for large-scale construction projects. Proven track record in reducing costs and enhancing efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards. Skilled in cost control, procurement, and contract management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Asst. Cost Manager
Turner And Townsend,India
05.2023 - Current
Client - Barclays CMO (Capital Projects)
Manage budgets for projects ranging from c.₹10 million to ₹1670 million. (c. 5k Sqft to 167k Sqft) Commercial Interior Fit-Out Projects.
Develop detailed cost estimates and forecasts for all phases of construction projects.
Implement cost control procedures to monitor project expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Developed and maintained cost databases to improve the accuracy of future project estimates.
Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure accurate cost projections and budget alignment.
Lead procurement processes, negotiating contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, highlighting budget variances and cost-saving initiatives.
Developed infographic Commercial Dashboard and Cost Reports for leadership Review.
Hyper Scale Data Centre
Responsible for the Post Contract Services for Hyper Scale Data Centre Project
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare and review interim and final billing statements for MEP works based on project specifications and contractual agreements.
Conduct cost estimates and budget forecasts for MEP systems, ensuring alignment with project requirements and cost control measures.
Measure quantities of MEP works and maintain accurate records and documentation of work completed.
Work closely with project managers, site engineers, and contractors to ensure accurate and timely billing processes.
Analyze and report variances between planned and actual costs, providing insights for project cost management.
Process change orders and additional work requests, ensuring proper documentation and billing adjustments.
Reconcile accounts with subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring all MEP costs are accounted for.
Liaise with clients for billing inquiries, clarifications, and negotiations regarding MEP works.
Ensure that all billing practices comply with industry standards and contractual obligations.
Conduct site visits to verify the completion of work and ensure accurate measurement for billing purposes.
Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, highlighting budget variances and cost-saving initiatives.
Responsible for the MEP budgeting, contracts and procurement for township project Godrej River Greens, Manjari-Pune
Township project spread across 100 acres consisting of more than 8000 apartments with Budget of INR
30 billion
Facilitate design reviews by coordinating with stakeholders to ensure alignment and address concerns
Prepare accurate cost and quantity estimates based on GFC drawings to inform budgeting and resource allocation
Develop BOQs in line with GFC drawings to quantify materials and labor requirements
Assess project scope and requirements to inform design decisions and planning
Conduct value engineering studies to optimize costs while maintaining quality, and collaborate with consultants to implement findings
Pre-qualify and evaluate vendors/contractors, manage tendering process, and negotiate contracts focusing on cost, timeline, quality, and safety
Oversee procurement process ensuring timely acquisition of materials and finalization of contracts for all project packages
Manage documentation and implementation of project amendments to ensure alignment with project objectives
Estimation Engineer
L&T Technology Services Ltd.
05.2021 - 06.2022
Working as Quotation support specialist for Schneider electric, Canada & US
Responsible for Estimation of Switchboards, Panels, Transformers, SPD, Meter Centre, Load Centre, Disconnect switches, Distribution Switchgear as per requirement
Hands on experience of SE advantage tool
Responsible for studying Drawings, Schedules, Specifications, Customer requirements
Adding value engineering if required for estimation of electrical distribution system
Communicating Schneider representative for any queries or clarification to prepare the quote
Preparing BOM
Products Worked on NF Panel, NQ Panel, I-Line Panels, Switch Boards, SPDs, Meter Center
Estimation & Contracts Executive
Kulaswaminee Engineers,Pune
10.2020 - 05.2021
Evaluating tender documents, Drawings & schedules for Govt
& private sector tenders
Estimating project valuation according to BOQ
Quantity estimation, cross checking quantities
Pricing for mechanical, electrical, plumbing system (MEP)
Floating Inquiries to Vendors
Negotiation with Client on both technical & commercial aspect
Comparison Studies Based on Quotations
Negotiation with Vendors on both technical & commercial aspect
Value engineering studies as per client requirement for any specific project
Assisting project manager with various contract clauses, contract related documents & Managing & sending DPR on day to day basis
Scrutiny of PO documents
PO generation & finalizing purchase of capital equipment's for project
Making Pre-Qualification documents, both standards as well as project specific questionnaires
Preparation of Project execution plan, cash flow, manpower histogram on MSP (Microsoft Project)
Project Co-ordination with various stake holders on all level on day to day basis
Estimation & Design Engineer
Moonlight Electrical Contractors and Engineers Pvt. Ltd
03.2019 - 10.2020
Estimation & Design Engineer
TRIMURTI POWER CONTROL
06.2017 - 02.2019
Education
B.E. - Electrical
Mumbai University
01.2018
HSC -
Maharashtra State Board
01.2012
SSC -
Maharashtra State Board
01.2010
Skills
Cost Estimation and Budgeting
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Project Management
Procurement and Vendor Management
Contract Negotiation
Risk Management
Cost Control Techniques
Advanced Excel and Financial Modeling
Commercial Reporting & Dashboard
Quantity Surveying
MEP Engineering
Electrical Engineering
MSP
MS Office
Project coordination
Teamwork and Collaboration
Tendering
Cost Estimates
Cost Reports
Languages
English
Hindi
Marathi
Extracurricular Activities
Ezenith Internship - Hybrid & Electric Vehicle MEP Design, Suvidya Institute