Quantity Surveyor

Responsibilities:

·      Prepare quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BQ), cost estimates and tender pricing for civil engineering and construction projects.

·      Source, evaluate and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations.

·      Prepare and coordinate tender submissions, including pricing, quotations and supporting documentation.

·      Review tender requirements, drawings, specifications and contractual conditions to identify cost implications and potential risks.

·      Prepare subcontractor packages and administer the award of subcontract works.

·      Coordinate with the Project Manager, site team, suppliers and subcontractors on procurement and purchasing of construction materials.

·      Conduct site measurements and prepare monthly progress claims for submission to the Consultant / Client.

·      Identify, evaluate and submit claims for Variation Orders (VO), including supporting measurements, quotations and cost breakdowns.

·      Liaise with Consultants, Clients and Developers on progress claims, variation works, contractual matters and final accounts.

·      Review, evaluate and certify subcontractors’ progress claims and variation submissions.

·      Monitor project costs, commitments and expenditure to ensure that projects remain within the approved budget.

·      Review and advise the Project Manager on the cost impact of changes in project specifications, scope and construction requirements.

·      Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, tender conditions and relevant project documentation.

·      Assist in the preparation and negotiation of final accounts with Clients, Consultants and subcontractors.

·      Identify and resolve contractual, commercial and costing issues arising during the course of the project.

·      Maintain proper records of project costs, measurements, claims, variations, subcontractor accounts and other commercial documentation.

Requirements:

·      Diploma / Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

·      Minimum 2–5 years of relevant Quantity Surveying experience in the construction or civil engineering industry.

·      Experience in civil engineering, infrastructure, road works, drainage, utilities or underground services will be an advantage.

·      Good knowledge of tendering, costing, measurement, progress claims, variation orders and final accounts.

·      Familiar with construction contracts and commercial administration.

·      Good negotiation, analytical and communication skills.

·      Able to work independently as well as coordinate effectively with Project Managers, Consultants, Clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

·      Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of AutoCAD / measurement or QS-related software will be an advantage.

·       Mandarin-speaking candidates will be an added advantage for communication with subcontractors and suppliers.

• ·      Fresh graduates with a relevant Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering qualification may also be considered.