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.