Job description

Objectives of this role:

Preparation of cost estimates, bills of quantities and tender documents.

Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain the best prices and terms.

Managing project budgets, including forecasting and monitoring costs.

Maintaining accurate records and documentation of all project-related costs and financial transactions.

Provide expert advice on procurement, risk management and cost-saving measures.

Required tasks:

Understanding the client requirements and quantities take off as per marking and RCP drawings.

Preparing BOQ (bill of quantities) by studying specification sheets from the sales team.

Identifying gaps between BOQ and drawings, specifications and conditions of the contract and taking it for a logical closure.

Monitor and control costs throughout the project, identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Participation in the pre-tendering activities with client, architect and project managers and raising relevant pre-bid queries from the given tender.

Preparing the initial quote and contract for the sales team from the company’s side.

Coordination with the design team for analysing architectural and service drawings.

Manage the valuation of work done and handle claims and variations.

Preparing interim and final valuations, variations and claims of the construction site.

Conduct feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.

Collaborate with stakeholders to optimise project outcomes and achieve value for money.

Required skills and qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, construction management or a related field.

5+ years of experience in quantity surveying or cost consulting, preferably in the construction industry.

Sound knowledge of construction industry practices, regulations and standards.

Proficiency in cost estimation and cost management techniques.

Knowledge of service guidelines, such as the National Building Code (NBC), ANSI/ASHRAE for HVAC, and LEED for green buildings.

Familiarity with contract administration and legal aspects of construction projects.

Understanding general contracting, design-build, package contracting, value-based project and loading margins and lumpsum in commercial fit-out, residential, hotel or retail projects.

Experience working with AutoCAD and validating quantities from the given drawings.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with extraordinary negotiation abilities.

Proficiency in relevant software and tools for quantity surveying.