Our client, a global leader in high-performance data centers, is seeking a Costing Manager to oversee budgeting and cost control for data center construction projects in Japan. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects while ensuring financial discipline and minimizing budget overruns.
- Develop cost estimates using Japanese unit pricing methods
- Monitor project budgets and address cost deviations
- Manage contract compliance with Japanese law and standards
- Conduct value engineering and periodic cost audits
- Handle contractual claims and negotiations with contractors
- Coordinate with design teams to align project budgets
- Prepare change orders and conduct cost variance analysis
- Degree in Cost Engineering, Civil/Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management
- Experience in cost control for Japanese construction projects
- Business-level Japanese (JLPT N2 or equivalent) and fluent English
- Strong knowledge of Japanese cost control principles and methods
- Experience with Japanese cost estimating software (KENPLAN, D-Cube)
- Valid work authorization for Japan
- Experience with international cost estimating tools (CostX, RSMeans, Primavera, Excel)
- Professional certification (AACE or 建設コスト管理士) is preferred but not mandatory