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Education
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Certification
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Arnel E. Encio

Arnel E. Encio

Abu Dhabi,AZ

Summary

Perceptive Cost Control Engineer offering 10 years of experience in developing and managing project cost control engineering by coordinating with operation team, procurement team as well as with the finance team. Successful in devising cost control techniques in line with project requirements and company objectives through clear communication and attention to detail. Driven to minimize costs by continually monitoring project costs against the established project budget. Motivated to provide precise Cost Forecast by clearly understanding project objectives, defining scopes and determining schedules.

With experience of 15 years in Quantity Surveying, Contracts Administration and Estimations involving Infrastructure projects, Oils and Gas Projects as well as Airport Runaways and Airfield Project.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cost Control Engineer

Ghantoot Gulf Contracting Co.
11.2018 - Current
  • Reduced project costs by identifying and implementing cost-saving measures and process improvements.
  • Developed budgets for projects by evaluating historical data, analyzing current market trends, and monitoring resource allocations.
  • Managed financial risks by closely monitoring project expenses and adjusting forecasts as needed to maintain profitability.
  • Ensured accurate financial reporting through thorough reviews of project expenditures, reconciliations, and adjustments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-reduction opportunities and implement effective solutions.
  • Streamlined procurement processes by negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers, resulting in significant savings on materials and equipment.
  • Improved project forecasting accuracy by regularly updating and refining cost models based on actuals versus estimates.
  • Conducted regular cost performance analyses to identify variances from the budget and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
  • Provided guidance to project managers on best practices for cost control, helping them make informed decisions on resource allocation and scope changes.
  • Enhanced transparency in project financials by creating comprehensive reports that clearly communicated progress toward budget goals to stakeholders.
  • Supported successful project completion with timely identification of potential risks or delays affecting costs through active communication with team members.
  • Evaluated supplier quotes for accuracy based on technical specifications before making recommendations to management regarding vendor selection decisions.
  • Worked with engineers, designers, purchasers and suppliers on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
  • Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
  • Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
  • Developed and maintained database of cost information to use most up-to-date and relevant data in estimates.
  • Readied and presented cost reports to keep stakeholders informed of job progress.

Senior Quantity Surveyor/Cost Control Engineer

Al Nasr Contracting Company
08.2011 - 10.2018
  • Led a team of quantity surveyors, providing mentorship and guidance to improve their skills and performance.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential issues early on, allowing for proactive mitigation strategies.
  • Reviewed and approved invoices and payments, verifying accuracy of expenses.
  • Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
  • Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
  • Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
  • Determined budgets for prospective projects to plan for future expenditures and utilize resources wisely.
  • Developed budgets for projects by evaluating historical data, analyzing current market trends, and monitoring resource allocations.
  • Reduced project costs by identifying and implementing cost-saving measures and process improvements.
  • Managed financial risks by closely monitoring project expenses and adjusting forecasts as needed to maintain profitability.
  • Ensured accurate financial reporting through thorough reviews of project expenditures, reconciliations, and adjustments.
  • Conducted regular cost performance analyses to identify variances from the budget and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
  • Provided guidance to project managers on best practices for cost control, helping them make informed decisions on resource allocation and scope changes.
  • Worked with engineers, designers, purchasers and suppliers on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
  • Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
  • Readied and presented cost reports to keep stakeholders informed of job progress.

Senior Quantity Surveyor

KEO International Consultants
05.2009 - 06.2011

Undertake full responsibility for post quantity surveying activities for the assigned projects.

  • Review and certify monthly billing submitted by the contractors.
  • Monitor, record and notify all parties involve upon encountering changes in design, scope and events that may impact the cost and time completion of the projects.
  • Review claims & variation orders submitted by the contractors.
  • Draft correspondences related to contract matters for Contract Administrator’s review and approval.
  • Works include Preparation of tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities as well as preparation of engineer’s budget.
  • Prepare project monthly financial reports.

Lead Quantity Surveyor

Al Jaber General Cont'g - Norberto Odebrecht JV
06.2006 - 02.2008
  • Led the Quantity Surveying Team for the construction the new 2Km Runway and Airfiled for Abu Dhabi Airbort Company
  • Managed the measurements of completed works and preparation of the monthly roject billing.
  • Review and finalized the monthly billings with the Consultant’s quantity surveyor.
  • Monitor changes, evaluate and notify the Engineer/Client as er contract conditions.
  • Quantify and price the variation/changes encountered and submit to Project Manager for review and approval.
  • Review and certify all subcontractors’ monthly billings.

Quantity Surveyor

PACT General Contracting WLL (Ghantoot Group)
09.2003 - 06.2006
  • Managed all the quantity surveying activities for some Infra structure Projects with Abu Dhabi Municipality/ADSSC as the main Client.
  • Measured actual works done and prepare the monthly payment applications/billing.
  • Review the monthly billings with the Consultant’s quantity surveyor.
  • Monitor, record and notify Changes/Variation Orders.
  • Quantify and price the variation/changes encountered and submit to Project Manager for review and approval.
  • Review and certify all subcontractors’ monthly billings.
  • Preare Bill of Materials for procurement.

Estimation Engineer/Quantity Surveyor

M.F. Al Hajiri Contracting And Trading Co.
11.1999 - 02.2003
  • Responsible in Tendering and Marketing activities with Saudi Aramco and Saudi Electric Company as the Main Clients.
  • Collect/Received, insect and study tender documents from clients.
  • Attend Tender claricication meetings and site visits.
  • Perfromed quantity take off and pricing as per tender drawings, project specifictions and site visit data.
  • Study the completeness of Bill of Quantities and and verify the correctness of quantities for each item.
  • Request for quotations from approved suppliers and subcontractors and negotiate for prices.
  • Estimate labour and machinery cost.
  • Estimate staff cost and all required preliminary cost such as Site Office Establishment, materials laydown yads, temporary workshops, access roads, Insurances, Bank Guaranties and other Financial Charges.
  • Preare the preliminary priced BOQ and discuss with the General Manager for finalization prior to submission of tender.
  • Submit Tender



Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering - Infrastructure And Structural Design

University of The Cordilleras, Baguio City, Philippines
03.1992

Graduated in Civil Engineering with especialization in Infrastructure and Building Structural Design and Estimate.

High School

Saint Vincent's Academy, Candelaria, Zambales, Philippines
03.1986

Skills

  • Cash Flow Analysis
  • Resource Allocation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Cost Benchmarking
  • Cost Control Systems
  • Cost Estimation
  • Cost Reduction Strategies
  • Value Engineering
  • Forecasting Techniques
  • Cost Reporting
  • Construction Knowledge
  • Risk Assessment
  • Change Order Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Budget Management
  • Software Proficiency

Certification

Cerified Professional Civil Engineer

By the Philippine Regulations Commission

Manila Philippines

June 1996

Computer Knowlege

  • MS Excel
  • Oracle
  • Power BI
  • AutoCad
  • Primavera Project Planner
  • MS Word
  • MS Power Point




Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Tagalog
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Cost Control Engineer - Ghantoot Gulf Contracting Co.
11.2018 - Current
Senior Quantity Surveyor/Cost Control Engineer - Al Nasr Contracting Company
08.2011 - 10.2018
Senior Quantity Surveyor - KEO International Consultants
05.2009 - 06.2011
Lead Quantity Surveyor - Al Jaber General Cont'g - Norberto Odebrecht JV
06.2006 - 02.2008
Quantity Surveyor - PACT General Contracting WLL (Ghantoot Group)
09.2003 - 06.2006
Estimation Engineer/Quantity Surveyor - M.F. Al Hajiri Contracting And Trading Co.
11.1999 - 02.2003
University of The Cordilleras - Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Infrastructure And Structural Design
Saint Vincent's Academy - , High School
Arnel E. Encio