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Cost & Contract Specialist

Cost & Contract Specialist

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Job Description

[Please note that we are only considering local candidates for this position.]

  • Reports to: National Contracts Manager
  • Working Time: Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Working Location: Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street, Xuan Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City

RESPONSIBILITIES

Budget & Cost Control

  • Set up and maintain project budgets, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
  • Keep budgets aligned with project variations and scope changes.
  • Prepare weekly labor/supplier cost forecasts and monthly cash flow forecasts.
  • Monitor cost movements, issue POs, and coordinate with Finance to resolve allocation errors.
  • Support monthly financial reviews and reporting.

Progress Claims & Retention

  • Coordinate progress claims and ensure certification in line with contract terms and legislation.
  • Reconcile claims with payment certificates and resolve discrepancies with PMs/CAs.
  • Track retention and coordinate its release at practical completion and the defects liability period.
  • Escalate unresolved retention issues when required.

Document Control & Reporting

  • Maintain project/contract records, including variations, claims and correspondence, with proper version control.
  • Distribute key documents to relevant stakeholders.
  • Prepare reports on budgets, forecasts and claims performance.
  • Identify cost discrepancies and support project/job closure.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Degree/qualification in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management or related fields.
  • 4+ years of experience in job costing, cost administration, or commercial/finance support; construction or manufacturing experience is preferred.
  • Strong financial literacy, analytical skills and interest in cost control/budget reporting.
  • Knowledge of progress claims, certification and retention administration.
  • Proficiency in Workbench or similar job costing/ERP systems, Powerfab, Payapps and MS Office, especially Excel.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects, recurring deadlines and high-volume tasks.
  • Strong communication skills to work with PMs, CAs, Finance and management.
  • Able to work independently, prioritize tasks and maintain accuracy under pressure.

Contact: E: [Confidential Information] | P: +84 856040058

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Payapps

Powerfab

Job costing ERP systems

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