Quantity Surveyor

Position: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Petaling Jaya
Employment Type: Permanent (Direct hire, not under agency)
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Role Overview

The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for cost estimation, tender pricing, cost control, and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle, from pre-tender stage to final account closure.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Estimation & Bills of Quantities (BOQ)

• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and detailed cost estimates based on drawings, specifications, and site information

• Break down costs by trade (civil, mechanical, electrical, etc.)

Tendering & Pricing

• Conduct rate analysis covering labour, materials, plant, and overheads

• Prepare competitive tender pricing using up-to-date vendor quotations

• Benchmark pricing against historical project costs

Subcontractor & Supplier Evaluation

• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations for technical and commercial compliance with the BOQ

• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with preferred vendors

Cost Control & Project Monitoring

• Monitor project costs against approved budgets

• Track variations, prepare variation orders (VO), and manage claims

Contract Administration

• Prepare and verify progress claims, payment certifications, and final accounts

• Ensure accurate documentation and cost reporting

Project Lifecycle Support

• Pre-Tender: Prepare BOQ and obtain budgetary quotations

• Tender Stage: Price and submit competitive tenders

• Award Stage: Negotiate and issue purchase orders or subcontracts

• Construction: Track costs, control changes, and ensure compliance with specifications

• Post-Completion: Finalize subcontractor accounts and close projects

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying within the construction or engineering industry

• Proficiency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese is preferred (to liaise with Chinese-speaking counterparts)