Senior Executive - Project Cost Management

About the role

Valiram is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Executive in Project Cost Management to support its Store Design & Construction team. The role covers retail projects for a portfolio of international luxury, fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands such as Cartier, MLB, Victoria's Secret, Bath & Body Works, Michael Kors, TUMI and TAG Heuer. You will help develop, renovate and enhance retail spaces while driving cost efficiency, procurement excellence and project governance.

Key responsibilities

• Support procurement, cost management, tender administration and vendor management across retail projects.
• Conduct cost benchmarking, review tender submissions and evaluate quotations to ensure competitive pricing.
• Monitor project budgets and expenditures so projects stay within approved budgets.
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, procedures and governance requirements.
• Coordinate project administration, operational and financial matters to support smooth project execution.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants and vendors.
• Support procurement optimisation and continuous improvement across the Group's retail project portfolio.

Required profile

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Quantity Surveying, Finance, Construction Management or a related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in procurement, commercial administration or project cost management, preferably in retail fit-out or multi-site project environments.
• Experience in procurement, cost management, tender administration and vendor management; retail, construction, interior design or project management experience preferred.
• Able to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Required skills

• Strong analytical, negotiation and cost evaluation skills.
• Good understanding of budgeting, cost control and procurement processes.
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a good sense of accountability, integrity and attention to detail.