Senior Quantity Surveyor

About the role

Lead and manage quantity surveying and cost management activities for engineering and infrastructure projects. This role involves preparing cost estimates, Bills of Quantities, cost plans, and tender documents, as well as reviewing project drawings and specifications to ensure accurate quantity take-off and cost assessment. You will conduct quantity take-off, measurement, valuation, and cost analysis for civil, structural, and other engineering works, and manage construction contracts including Interim Payment, Variation Orders, Extension of Time, and Final Accounts.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, Bills of Quantities (BQ), cost plans, tender documents, and pre-tender estimates
• Review project drawings, specifications, and contract documents to ensure accurate quantity take-off and cost assessment
• Conduct quantity take-off, measurement, valuation, and cost analysis for civil, structural, and other engineering works
• Assist in the preparation and evaluation of tender documents, tender clarifications, and tender recommendations
• Manage and administer construction contracts, including Interim Payment, Variation Orders (VO), Extension of Time (EOT), and Final Accounts
• Review and evaluate contractors' claims, payment applications, variations, and supporting documents
• Monitor project costs and provide regular cost reports and financial updates to the Project Manager/Client
• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and project teams on commercial and contractual matters
• Provide advice on cost control, procurement strategies, contractual issues, and commercial risks
• Mentor and guide junior Quantity Surveyors and other team members
• Ensure all QS activities and documentation comply with relevant contractual, professional, and company requirements.

About you

1. Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related field.
2. Minimum 10-15 years of relevant experience in Quantity Surveying, preferably with an engineering consultancy, contractor, or project management consultancy.
3. Strong experience in cost estimation, quantity take-off, BQ preparation, tendering process, contract administration, and cost control.
4. Familiar with Interim Payment, Variation Orders, EOT, claims, and Final Account.
5. Good knowledge of construction contracts and commercial practices.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and relevant QS/cost management software.
7. Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
8. Able to work independently and coordinate effectively with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal project teams.
9. Willing to travel or be assigned to project sites when required.
10. Experience in infrastructure, civil engineering or building projects will be an advantage.
11. Registered with the Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM) / RISM or relevant professional body will be plus point.