Quantity Surveyor

ERA Projects; Manama; On-site; BHD 12,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

ERA Projects seeks a seasoned cost estimator/quantity surveyor to join our Bahrain-based team. The role involves preparing cost estimates, BOQ and cost plans from architectural and structural drawings, while analysing material pricing and subcontractor quotations.

You will support procurement, draft and administer subcontracts, and value works for interim payments. Strong MS Excel, takeoff skills, and drawing interpretation are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing cost estimates, BOQs, and cost plans from drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, BOQ, and cost plans from drawings and structural details.

Skills

Cost estimation

Bill of Quantities (BOQ)

Cost planning

Subcontract analysis

Procurement

Contract administration

Takeoff quantities

MS Excel

Drawing interpretation

Pricing analysis

Tools

Takeoff software

Measurement tools

Costing/ERP software

Job description

• Proficiency in preparing accurate cost estimates, bills of quantities (BOQ), and cost plans from architectural and structural drawings.
• Strong understanding of material pricing, labor rates, and subcontractor quotation analysis.
• Familiarity with procurement procedures and vendor negotiations in the construction sector.
• Comprehensive understanding of standard construction contract conditions regarding contractual obligations and commercial clauses.
• Ability to assist in drafting, administering, and managing subcontracts and main contracts.
• Expertise in site measurement, taking-off quantities, and valuing completed construction work for interim payment applications.
• Skill in assessing and pricing project variations, change orders, and site instructions.
• Experience in monitoring project expenditures, preparing cash flow forecasts, and conducting cost-reconciliation statements.
• Ability to prepare monthly commercial reports, final accounts, and claim assessments for management review.
• Proficiency in specialized takeoff and measurement tools alongside industry-standard platforms.
• Advanced command of MS Excel for cost modeling, data tracking, and financial dashboards.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and cross-reference architectural, structural, and MEP engineering drawings and specifications to derive accurate quantities.