Job Description

About JLL -

We're JLL--a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 98,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we're honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Cost Estimator

Project & Development Services

What this job involves:

Assist in Tender pricing and cost estimations, souring of quotations, cost evaluation and prepare cost comparison

Evaluate Contract/Sub-contract works and carry out other Contracts Administration with clients and vendors

Maintaining positive supplier relations

Procuring for projects via an online platform

Assist in all activities of the procurement and admin department.

Managing procurement process via JLL's own cloud-based platform for all procurement

On-board and pre-qualify vendors to JLL standards

Preparation of client invoices and processing of vendor invoices

Maintain cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures

Preparation of tender documents including review and understanding the tender documents, specifications and drawings for taking off quantities

Compilation of Bill of Quantity, tender documents / amendments and submission of tender bids etc

Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors

Confer with engineers, architects, designers, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

To compare and negotiate price and with suppliers, contractors and subcontractors

To prepare and issue of PO and verify supplier invoice for payment

Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers.

Thrive under pressure and deal effectively with tight deadlines and high expectations

Any other duties as assigned

To apply you need to be:

We employ talent from a wide range of backgrounds, though typically you should have:

A degree or diploma in a relevant field, and/or around three years' experience as a cost estimator or in a similar position.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technologically savvy

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Good analytical and strategic thinking skills

Attention to detail

You should have a great sense of urgency when it comes to solving problems, improving products or services, finding new markets, and implementing new strategies

A great communicator with superb organisational skills

A structured and organised approach with an eye for detail is also crucial, as is being tech-savvy. As the digital leader in project management, we use a range of technology platforms to deliver our projects.

You should have a great sense of urgency when it comes to solving problems, improving products or services, finding new markets, and implementing new strategies. You are resilient and can deal effectively with competing priorities and tight deadlines. You should know how to negotiate to generate risk-assessed solutions, and how to handle ambiguities.

A great communicator with superb organisational skills

We achieve our biggest success when working together, so clear communication is key, as is collaboration and team work.

A structured and organised approach with an eye for detail is also crucial, as is being tech-savvy. As the digital leader in project management, we use a range of technology platforms to deliver our projects.

What we can do for you:

At JLL, our purpose is to shape the future of real estate for a better world.

We make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realise your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.

Apply today!

What you can expect from us

We succeed together and believe the best inspire the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our success.

Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well-being and providing competitive benefits and pay.

We can't wait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL. Apply today!

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