Cost Manager (Mechanical)

Role & Responsibility

- Lead and oversee cost estimation, budgeting, and forecasting for all MEP disciplines.- Review and validate subcontractor bids, payment applications, and change order proposals.- Develop and maintain project cost control systems and monitor cost performancemetrics.- Conduct risk-based cost analysis and scenario modeling for key decisions.- Coordinate with planning/scheduling teams to align cost and schedule impacts.- Manage the full lifecycle of change orders: evaluation, negotiation, approval, and implementation.- Support procurement strategy and contract development for MEP packages.- Review design changes for cost implications and advise project leadership accordingly.- Prepare regular executive-level cost reports with variance analysis and cost forecasts.- Provide leadership and mentorship to junior cost engineers and project controls staff.

Qualification- Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering, or related field.- Minimum 10 years of experience in MEP cost management or project controls within large-scale construction projects.- Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical distribution, fire protection, and process utilities.- Proven experience with cost control tools and software (e.g., CostX, Sage, Prism, Excel, ERP systems).- Familiarity with various contract types (Lump Sum, GMP, Cost-Plus) and cost management under those frameworks.- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.- Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and interface with client representatives.

Preferred- Experience on semiconductor fabs, cleanrooms, data centers, or pharmaceutical facilities.- Understanding of BIM-based cost planning and integration with VDC workflows.- Professional certifications such as MRICS, CCP, PMP, or equivalent are a plus.- Bilingual (English, Korean) Preferred but it is not critical factor