Assistant Quantity Surveyor

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our surveying team on a contract basis. This role is based in Lahad Datu, Sabah and offers an excellent opportunity to develop your quantity surveying expertise within a dynamic construction environment. As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support senior surveying professionals in managing project costs, preparing estimates, and ensuring accurate financial control throughout the construction lifecycle. This position is fundamental to maintaining project profitability and delivering value to our clients.

Key responsibilities

• Measurement and verification of subcontractor work progress and claims.
• Checking quantities against construction drawings, BQ, specifications, and actual site conditions.
• Monitoring, record & audit material delivery, utilisation, and quantities at site.
• Assisting in the preparation of subcontractor payment certification records.
• Maintaining proper site measurement records, material records, cost records, supporting documents, and audit trails.
• Other related project requirements as assigned by the Project Manager.
• Assisting Quantity Surveyor.
• The candidate shall be stationed full-time at the POIC Project site in Lahad Datu the required project engagement period for 6 months.

What we're looking for

• Preferably possess a Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, or other relevant qualifications. Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, quantity take-off, measurement of works, progress claims, and construction drawings would be an advantage.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across departments.
• Competence in project management and the ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities.

If you are a skilled Mechanical Engineer with a passion for innovation and technical excellence, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.