Quantity Surveyor (QS Engineer - Manager)

About the role

The Quantity Surveyor - QS Engineer Manager is responsible for end-to-end commercial management, overseeing all cost-related functions across projects—from pre-contract strategy to final account closure. This role serves as the commercial authority of the organization, partnering with Project, Design, Procurement, and Finance teams to drive budget discipline, margin protection, and risk mitigation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quantity Surveying across multiple projects
• Establish and enforce cost management frameworks, standards, and SOPs
• Drive margin optimization strategies and cost efficiency initiatives
• Provide commercial insights to support executive decision-making
• Oversee preparation and review of detailed cost estimates and BOQs (including MEPFS)
• Lead value engineering exercises to optimize project cost without compromising quality
• Approve pricing strategies and bid evaluations
• Provide expert oversight on Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, and Sanitary systems costing
• Lead contract strategy, negotiation, and administration
• Mentor and develop Junior and Mid-level Quantity Surveyors

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred) or related field
• Must be a Licensed Civil Engineer (PRC Board Passer)
• 6 to 10+ years of progressive experience in quantity surveying, commercial/cost management, and construction project delivery
• Proven experience in leading QS teams or managing multiple projects
• Strong exposure to MEPFS works and commercial fit-out projects is an advantage
• Advanced expertise in cost estimation, BOQ preparation, cost control, forecasting, and reporting
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, building systems and services (MEPFS), and industry standards and codes
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (dashboards, cost models), AutoCAD, and PlanSwift or equivalent take-off tools
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking with excellent leadership and team management capability
• High-level negotiation and stakeholder management skills with detail-oriented and analytical ability