
Patrick H.
Quantity Surveyor, Construction Cost Manager and Cost Consultant
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Work experience
Managing Director
Consulting • Self-employed
Jan 2024 - Present • 2 yrs 4 mos
- Drafting Contract, Inviting Contractors to bid, accepting quotations, Analyzing Submitted quotations and Making Recommendations. - Reviewing and negotiating contracts with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and conditions in a case of Variations and Fluctuations. - Identifying and selecting suppliers, negotiating prices and purchasing goods and services required by the organization. - Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, evaluating their performance and ensuring compliance with terms and conditions. - Drafting, monitoring and managing procurement budgets, seeking and ensuring purchases are made within budget constraints. - Conducting market research to stay informed about industry trends, pricing and new products or services. - Ensuring that all procurement activities comply with relevant laws, regulations and organizational policies. - Maintaining accurate records of procurement activities, including purchase orders, contracts and supplier correspondence and preparing reports for management. - Preparing Bills of Quantities and Material Schedule. - Preparing detailed cost estimates for construction project including materials, labour, equipment and other expenses. - Developing and managing project budgets, ensuring all costs are tracked and kept within the allocated budget. - Managing the tendering process, evaluating bids from contractors and suppliers and making recommendations based on cost and value. - Overseeing the financial aspects of construction contracts, including payment terms, variations and claims. - Identifying opportunities for cost savings and value enhancement without compromising quality or performance. - Monitoring and controlling project costs throughout the construction process, identifying and addressing any variances from the budget. - Identifying potential financial risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.