Description
A company in the construction sector is seeking to hire a Cost and Budget Assistant with proven experience in cost analysis, budgeting, and direct project support for construction works.
**Job Objective**
To directly and independently support the preparation, analysis, and control of costs and budgets for construction projects, ensuring reliable, timely, and operationally aligned information.
**Key Responsibilities**
* Preparation and updating of construction budgets.
* Unit Price Analysis (UPA).
* Integration and review of construction quantity takeoff documents.
* Development and review of item catalogs.
* Comparative quotation analysis.
* Support in costing additional work items.
* Monitoring actual cost vs. budget control (desirable).
* Support in progress estimation and construction progress control (desirable).
**Requirements**
* Civil Engineering or Architecture degree.
* Minimum 3–5 years of experience in construction cost and budget management.
* Intermediate-to-advanced Excel proficiency.
* Experience with OPUS, Neodata, or similar software.
* Ability to read and interpret construction drawings (AutoCAD).
* Project or Primavera (desirable).
**Desired Profile**
* Strong numerical analytical skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and under pressure.
* Organized, compliant with guidelines, and results-oriented.
**We Offer**
* Monthly salary: $20,000 \- $22,000
* Statutory benefits.
* Job stability and professional development.
**Working Hours**
* Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
* Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Work location: Central Offices (Chapalita); Employment type: Full-time / Trust-based contract
Job type: Full-time
Salary: $20,000\.00 \- $22,000\.00 per month
Workplace: On-site employment