Conducting feasibility studies to estimate materials, time and labour costs Preparing, negotiating and analysing costs for tenders and contracts Coordination of work effort Methodical way of thinking Good knowledge of construction Excellent problem solving skills Good financial and numeracy management skills Excellent communication and negotiating skills The ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily Computer literate Cost Estimating Cost planning Cost studies Cost monitoring and controlling Measurement Contracts negotiation Drafting contract conditions Procurement advice including tendering strategy Preparing Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and Tender Document Contract practice Valuation of construction work including variations Assessment of contractor's claims