Quantity Surveyor

Key Responsibilities:

Conducting feasibility studies to estimate materials, time and labor costs.

Reviewing, negotiating, and analyzing costs for tenders and contracts.

Coordination of work effort.

Advising on a range of legal and contractual issues.

Valuing completed work and arranging for payments.

Common Tasks and Duties

The day-to-day tasks of a Quantity Surveyor are diverse and challenging, encompassing several aspects of construction costs:

Preparation of contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client.

Undertaking cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work.

Assisting in establishing a client's requirements and undertaking feasibility studies.

Performing risk, value management, and cost control during construction.

Providing advice on contractual claims and disputes.

Tracking changes to the design and/or construction work, and adjusting budget projections accordingly.

Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Requirements:

A Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent qualification is required at a minimum.

Self-motivated, initiative, and independent with good interpersonal skills.

Good communication and technical reporting skills.

Possess good numerical skills and sharp analytical thinking.

Possesses own transport.

Computer literate (Microsoft Excel)