Quantity Surveyor

Job summary

To manage construction cost estimation, measurement, valuation and cost control activities, ensuring project expenditure is properly monitored, variations are accurately assessed, and works are delivered within approved budgets and contractual requirements

Min Qualification: Degree Experience Level: Mid level Experience Length: 7 years Language Requirement: English Work Type: Full Time Working Hours: 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

Cost Estimation & Budgeting:

• Prepare cost estimates, bills of quantities (BOQs) and material quantity take-offs.
• Review drawings and specifications to determine quantities and cost implications.
• Support project budgeting, cost planning and financial forecasting. Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.

Measurement & Valuation:

• Measure completed works and prepare interim valuations and payment applications.
• Verify contractors' and subcontractors' claims before recommending payments.
• Conduct site measurements to confirm quantities of work executed. Maintain accurate records of measurements, valuations and payments.

Contract Administration & Variations:

• Review contract documents, scope of work and pricing schedules.
• Assess variations, change orders and additional works.
• Prepare variation estimates and maintain a variation register. Support the preparation and review of contractual claims and final accounts.

Procurement & Commercial Support:

• Provide quantity and cost information to support procurement decisions.
• Review supplier and subcontractor quotations for commercial competitiveness.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Finance, Construction and Project Controls teams. Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or project specifications.

Cost Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare periodic cost reports, forecasts and budget variance analyses.
• Maintain accurate records of BOQs, valuations, variations and commercial correspondence.
• Highlight potential cost overruns and recommend corrective actions. Support commercial reviews, audits and final account preparation.

Requirements:

• A minimum of an HND in quantity surveying.
• Minimum of 5–8 years' relevant construction experience.
• Experience in large-scale building, high-rise, healthcare or institutional projects is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quantity surveying software such as CostX, Cubit or similar tools.
• Strong knowledge of construction measurement, BOQs, cost estimation and contract administration. Membership of NIQS or registration with QSRBN is an advantage, as applicable.

Key Competencies:

• Cost estimation and budgeting
• Quantity take-offs and measurement
• Contract and variation management
• Interim valuations and payment certification support
• Cost reporting and forecasting
• Microsoft Excel and QS software proficiency
• Negotiation and commercial analysis Attention to detail and analytical thinking

Key Performance Indicator:

• Accuracy of cost estimates, BOQs and quantity measurements.
• Timely preparation of valuations and cost reports.
• Effective monitoring and control of project costs.
• Accurate assessment and documentation of variations.
• Timely identification of budget deviations and cost risks. Proper commercial documentation and contract compliance.

Value Proposition:

• An opportunity to contribute to a landmark construction project. Manage significant commercial and cost-control activities and strengthen professional expertise on a complex, multidisciplinary development.

Location Preference: Candidates currently residing in Uyo or its immediate environs are preferred. Candidates willing to relocate to Uyo may also be considered.