Quantity Surveyor

KNK Design & Builder's; Região Norte; On-site; BRL 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KNK Design & Builder's seeks a Quantity Surveyor to drive cost control across fast-tracked interior fit-out projects in Brazil's North region. You will prepare cost estimates, BOQs, and budgets from design drawings, and lead procurement with subcontractors and suppliers to protect profitability and client value.

You will monitor site progress, manage variations, and ensure timely, accurate valuation and settlement of accounts, while maintaining strong relationships with trades and clients to

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, civil engineering or related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, A&A, renovation or interior fit-out projects.
• Strong knowledge of costing, tendering, contract administration and project cost control.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budget breakdowns and BOQ from interior design concepts, architectural drawings, and MEP layouts.
• Conduct precise material take-offs for high-value fit-out finishes, custom joinery/carpentry, MEP services, glazing, ceiling, and flooring works.
• Identify long-lead procurement items and factor lead times into cost planning.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with specialist interior subcontractors, tradespeople, and material suppliers.
• Prepare tender packages, analyze vendor quotations on a line-item basis, and conduct bid leveling comparisons.
• Draft and execute trade subcontracts, purchase orders, and supply agreements in alignment with main contract conditions.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify progress against subcontractor monthly payment applications.
• Monitor on-site material usage, wastage, and inventory to maintain strict cost control.
• Identify, measure, and price design revisions, client-driven scope changes, and site condition variations; submit variation orders for approval; negotiate variation accounts.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tendering & bid evaluation

Contract administration

Budget control

Subcontract procurement

MS Office

AutoCAD

3DS Max/SketchUp

Education

Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Civil Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

3DS Max

SketchUp

Job description

Primary Objective

-to drive commercial efficiency, precise cost control, and profitability across fast-tracked interior fit-out projects.

-oversee budget preparation, material procurement, subcontract administration, variation pricing, and ensuringhigh-quality architectural finishes and bespoke joinery are delivered within client budget and timeline constraints.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cost Estimation & Pre-Tender Planning

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budget breakdowns, and bill of quantities (BOQ) from interior design concepts, architectural drawings, and MEP layouts.
• Conduct precise material take-offs for high-value fit-out finishes, custom joinery/carpentry, MEP services, glazing, ceiling, and flooring works.
• Identify long-lead procurement items (e.g., imported stone, bespoke furniture, specialized lighting) and factor lead times into cost planning.

2. Trade Subcontracting & Procurement

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with specialist interior subcontractors, tradespeople, and material suppliers.
• Prepare tender packages, analyze vendor quotations on a line-item basis, and conduct bid leveling comparisons.
• Draft and execute trade subcontracts, purchase orders, and supply agreements in alignment with main contract conditions.

3. Site Progress & Commercial Administration

• Conduct regular site inspections to verify physical progress against subcontractor monthly payment applications.
• Monitor on-site material usage, wastage, and inventory to maintain strict cost control.

4. Variation Management & Scope Changes

• Identify, measure, and price design revisions, client-driven scope changes, and site condition variations in a fast-paced environment.
• Submit timely variation orders (VOs) to clients/project managers for formal approval prior to execution.
• Negotiate and settle variation accounts with trade contractors and clients.

Requirement

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, civil engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, A&A, renovation or interior fit-out projects.
• Strong knowledge of costing, tendering, contract administration and project cost control.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good communication, organisation and problem-solving abilities. Proactive, results-driven mindset and teamwork skills.
• Resourceful, proactive, and able to maintain good relationships with subcontractors.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multipletenders simultaneously
• Knowledge in MS office, AutoCAD, 3DS max/ sketch ups orequivalent