Quantity Surveyor

1. Cost Estimation: Estimating the costs of materials, labor, and equipment required for a construction project. This involves analyzing project plans and specifications to create accurate cost estimates.
2. Budgeting: Developing and managing budgets for construction projects. This includes setting the initial budget and tracking expenses throughout the project's lifecycle.
3. Cost Control: Monitoring project costs and expenses to ensure they stay within the established budget. They may recommend cost-saving measures when necessary.
4. Change Management: Assessing and managing changes to the project scope and cost, including variations, extra work, and unforeseen issues.
5. Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks that could impact the project's cost and timeline.
6. Cost Reporting: Preparing regular reports for project stakeholders, including clients, project managers, and contractors, detailing the project's financial status.
7. Measurement and Quantification: Taking off and measuring quantities of materials and labor needed for the project. This is crucial for accurate cost estimation.
8. Sustainability and Environmental Considerations: Considering and advising on sustainable and environmentally friendly construction practices, including the use of eco-friendly materials and technologies.
9. Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Staying updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards to ensure that projects comply with legal requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in cost estimation, quantity surveying, cost control, or project cost management in the construction industry.

• Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, labor, and equipment costs.

• Experience in preparing cost estimates, budgets, BOQs, quantity take-offs, and cost reports.

• Knowledge of project budgeting, cost monitoring, and cost control procedures.

• Familiarity with variation orders, change management, claims, and additional works.

• Ability to analyze project drawings, specifications, and other technical documents.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Knowledge of cost estimation and project management software is an advantage.

• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

• Preferably willing to work onsite.