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Mirna Shokry

Mirna Shokry

Adel
Cairo

Summary

Perceptive Cost Manager offering 3 years of experience in developing and managing project estimates by coordinating with colleagues and clients. Successful in devising bid proposals in line with client specifications and objectives through clear communication and attention to detail. Driven to minimize costs by continually comparing project costs to estimates and coordinating with leaders on cost-cutting methods.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Cost Manager

Gleeds International Consultancy
10.2023 - Current

Pre-Contract Projects:

  • Fairmont Hotel, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt -Citystars
  • Four Seasons Hotel, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt - Talaat Moustafa Group
  • Four Seasons Hotel, Luxor, Egypt - Talaat Moustafa Group
  • Mall of Egypt Plaza Redevelopment, Cairo, Egypt - Majid Al-Futtaim
  • Kent College, West Cairo, Egypt.
  • Swan Lake West - Hassan Allam Properties
  • Waldorf Astoria Heliopolis PIP, Cairo, Egypt -Hilton Hotels and Resorts

Post-Contract Projects:

  • Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate Offices

Responsibilities:

  • Continuously updated knowledge on industry trends and developments in cost management methodologies, incorporating best practices into daily operations.
  • Conducted regular audits of project finances to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies as well as external regulations.
  • Pre-Contract stage which includes :

1- preparing pre-qualification questionnaire and issuing it to bidders

2- Evaluating pre-qualification questionnaire after returns,

3- prepare projects cost plans through various design stages from concept to tender

  • Post-Contract stage which includes :

1- Issue & approve contractors monthly interim payment certificates

2-Preparing monthly Cost Reports

3-Monitor & control cash flow along the project respecting budget, updates 4-during execution, and proposing alternatives

5-Cost assessment for change proposals, change requests, and variation orders

6-Propose cost saving ideas via value engineering and design alternatives.

7-Attended site visits and meetings with clients and contractors to discuss progress on current works.

  • Evaluated vendor proposals, negotiating favorable terms to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
  • Utilized cost-estimating software to streamline estimating processes and produce accurate and reliable estimates.
  • Delivered consulting services to advise clients on cost-saving strategies and best practices.
  • Estimate budget fluctuation and forecasts due to economic inflation's.

Quantity Surveyor Engineer - Site Based

Redcon Construction
09.2022 - 10.2023

Projects:

  • Midtown Mall, New administrative capital, Egypt - Better home
  • Al-Fustat Park Development - (Investment and cultural district) -Ministry of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities.

Responsibilities:

  • Quantity Surveying for Structural, Architecture and Landscape items.
  • Preparing of Owner's Progress Bills and Invoices
  • Responsible for subcontractors' contracts and invoices
  • Handle any problems or conflicts for smooth flow of work operations.
  • Submitting QSAs to the consultant
  • Reduced construction costs by negotiating with suppliers for better pricing on materials and services.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential issues early, minimizing project delays and overruns.
  • preparing cost reports with invoice value.
  • responsible of Purchasing Req. for all the project items (materials, mobilizations, IT purchases, ....)
  • responsible of Variations and Contract Requests.
  • Assisted senior engineers in troubleshooting complex problems.

Quantity Surveyor Engineer - Site Based

Orascom Construction Industries, OCI
07.2021 - 09.2022

Projects:

  • Ministry of Defense Buildings, Utility, Data Center, Power Stations, Tunnels - Ministry of Defense.
  • Opera House, New Administrative Capital, Egypt
  • O West Compound, 6th of October, Egypt -Orascom Development.

Responsibilities:

  • Quantity Surveying for Structural, Architecture and Landscape items.
  • Preparing of Owner's Progress Bills and Invoices
  • Responsible for subcontractors' contracts and invoices
  • Handle any problems or conflicts for smooth flow of work operations.
  • Submitting QSAs to the consultant
  • Reduced construction costs by negotiating with suppliers for better pricing on materials and services.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential issues early, minimizing project delays and overruns.
  • preparing cost reports with invoice value.
  • responsible of Purchasing Req. for all the project items (materials, mobilizations, IT purchases, ....)
  • responsible of Variations and Contract Requests.
  • Assisted senior engineers in troubleshooting complex problems.

Freelancer - Quantity Surveyor Engineer

Landmark Sabbour
06.2021 - 07.2022

Projects:

  • 10th District Bus Stop Project
  • El Khan
  • 90-Ninety

Responsibilities:

  • Quantity Surveying for Structural, Architecture and Landscape items
  • Preparing of Owner's Progress Bills and Invoices

Education

Master of Science - Project Management

Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Architecture

Modern Academy For Engineering And Technology
Cairo, Egypt
04.2001 -

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Additional Information

Volunteer Experience


Core Team Leader at Wellspring Egypt, Cairo

January 2017 - December 2021

· Provided guidance, coaching and mentorship to team members to build their skillsets for success.

· Led cross-functional teams through complex tasks by utilizing strong problem-solving abilities.


Facilitator at 360 Experiential solutions \ team building in Egypt, Cairo

January 2017 - December 2021

· Created engaging activities that encouraged collaboration between attendees.

· Organized and facilitated team meetings with effective communication skills.


Counselor at World Children's Day by UNICEF, Cairo

January 2017 - December 2021


Counselor at Special needs events by National Bank of Egypt, Cairo

January 2017 - December 2021

Software

AutoCAD

Cost X

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Cost Manager

Gleeds International Consultancy
10.2023 - Current

Quantity Surveyor Engineer - Site Based

Redcon Construction
09.2022 - 10.2023

Quantity Surveyor Engineer - Site Based

Orascom Construction Industries, OCI
07.2021 - 09.2022

Freelancer - Quantity Surveyor Engineer

Landmark Sabbour
06.2021 - 07.2022

Master of Science - Project Management

Ain Shams University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Architecture

Modern Academy For Engineering And Technology
04.2001 -
Mirna ShokryAdel