Cost & Estimation Head (Design & Build- Workplace …, Bangalore Division

Role overview Cost & Estimation Head Design & Build
- Workplace Interiors) We are looking for a seasoned commercial cost leader to drive end-to-end cost strategy across high-impact workplace design & build projects for an international Workplace Design & Build firm. This role will lead cost planning, BOQs, value engineering, commercial control, and client-facing negotiations while building and mentoring QS and cost teams. We’re looking for someone with 15+ years of experience in commercial interiors/D&B;, strong commercial acumen, and proven leadership capability. Key responsibilities
- Drive project profitability through rigorous cost planning, meticulous value engineering, and ongoing commercial control throughout the project lifecycle.
- Act as the primary cost and commercial subject-matter expert in client pitches, presentations, and negotiations, providing expert insights.
- Set and execute comprehensive cost strategies that support business growth, ensure competitive pricing, and promote value-led design solutions.
- Provide explicit, transparent reporting to senior leadership on cost performance, project profitability, and potential financial risks.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of cost managers, Quantity Surveying (QS) professionals, and cost analysts.
- Translate client briefs and conceptual designs into accurate cost plans, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and Value Engineering (VE) options, derived from first principles, including MEP.
- Partner closely with the Design, Delivery, and Procurement teams to embed cost cost intelligence and considerations
- Champion the adoption and effective use of digital costing tools, dashboards, and analytics to improve the speed, accuracy, and transparency of cost management processes. Requirements to succeed
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence design, sales, and procurement decisions effectively, including at the C-suite level.
- Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing team of cost managers, Quantity Surveying (QS) professionals, and cost analysts.
- A strong track record of driving project profitability, successful cost-led selling, and providing client-facing advisory on commercial matters.
- 15+ years of extensive experience in cost management within the commercial interiors and design & build (D\&B;) industry, with proven end-to-end BOQ preparation and MEP costing expertise.
- Proficient with various costing and estimation software, advanced Excel functions, cost reporting dashboards, and leveraging data for informed decision-making Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4lbjmk