MEP Cost Engineer
1. Full-time
Company Description
We are award-winning international quantity surveyors, cost management, sustainability, asset and building consultants, PPP advisors and facilities managers.
Our expertise covers the building, construction and infrastructure sectors, as well as the management of facilities and the provision of complex advisory services.
At WT, our Clients’ vision is our goal. We understand that there is no such thing as a standard project and we tailor solutions to meet each client’s needs and objectives.
Not just in Australia and the United Kingdom. You’ll find us across the Globe and when you work with WT, you work with the collective thinking of over 2000 of the profession’s best people.
That makes us one of the world’s leading international cost and consultancy firms. But we’re not only large, we’re also fiercely independent. We own and control all of our individual offices wherever we operate. This is the world of WT: a world of seamless and efficient consultancy services delivered through partnering with clients.
Job Description
2023 has seen WT secure a number of high-profile $billion + projects and in line with this unparalleled growth of our pipeline the Melbourne office is expanding, in particular the M&E business are looking for an established MEP Cost Engineer to join their talented team and work across a wide variety of build, construction and property projects.
Core Responsibilities:
2. Develop and maintain cost estimates for engineering services on projects
3. Conduct cost analysis on engineering projects and provide accurate estimates for materials, labour, and other expenses
4. Prepare and submit detailed cost estimates and budgets for projects
5. Advise project managers on cost-saving measures and cost-effective solutions
6. Evaluate and analyze project plans, specifications, and contracts
7. Analyze and review contractor bids to ensure accuracy and completeness
8. Prepare bills of quantities for materials, labour, and equipment required for the project
9. Work with engineers, project managers, and other project stakeholders to ensure that the project meets all requirements and regulations
10. Manage contracts and agreements with suppliers and contractors
11. Monitor and report on project expenses and ensure that project finances are properly managed
12. Provide regular reports and updates to senior management and other stakeholders
Qualifications
13. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
14. Minimum of 2 years of experience in cost engineering or construction cost estimating
15. Proven experience in managing complex engineering projects
16. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
17. Knowledge of engineering materials, building regulations, and construction methods
18. Experience with estimating software and tools
19. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
20. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Additional Information
At WT, in addition to your competitive salary we offer many perks including:
21. Bi-annual bonus scheme- unlike other companies we offer discretionary performance bonuses TWICE a year
22. Paid professional memberships- support in gaining and with your membership costs for RICS and AIQS
23. Wellbeing days- time to focus on your wellbeing and the community
If you're keen to and advance and broaden your career within the construction industry then this could be a great opportunity for you. Apply now to join an international cost consultancy at the forefront of Australia's major construction across all sectors: commercial, retail, residential, mixed use, infrastructure and health.
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