Quantity Surveyor (QS) Officer – Pre-Contracts

The Blue Barrel Pte. Ltd.; Região Norte; Presencial; BRL 60 000 - 100 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Blue Barrel Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Pre-Contracts QS Officer to support tendering and procurement for construction projects.

The role involves preparing cost estimates, analysing tender documents, and assisting in bid preparation to ensure competitive and accurate pricing before contract award. You will collaborate with the Estimating, Design, and Business Development teams, take off quantities, source supplier quotations, prepare tender pricing schedules, and help hand over awarded projects

Qualificações

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• 1–4 years of pre-contract estimating experience in construction.
• Proficient in measurement methods and familiar with contracts (SIA, FIDIC) a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Study tender documents, drawings, specifications, and BQ.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets for tenders.
• Take off quantities from drawings using standard methods.
• Source supplier quotations to obtain competitive pricing.
• Prepare tender pricing schedules and value engineering proposals.
• Assist in tender submission documents.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Maintain a cost database for future tenders.
• Support handover to post-contract QS team.

Conhecimentos

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Negotiation skills

Time management

Formação académica

Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Ferramentas

CostX

Buildsoft

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Pre-Contracts QS Officer supports the tendering and procurement process by preparing cost estimates, analysing tender documents, and assisting in the preparation of bids for construction projects. This role works closely with the Estimating, Design, and Business Development teams to ensure competitive and accurate pricing prior to contract award.

KeyResponsibilities

• Study and interpret tender documents, drawings, specifications, and bills of quantities (BQ) issued by clients or consultants.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets for tenders, including materials, labour, plant, and subcontractor costs.
• Take off quantities from drawings and specifications in accordance with standard methods of measurement.
• Source and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing.
• Prepare tender pricing schedules, cost comparisons, and value engineering proposals.
• Assist in preparing tender submission documents, including pricing summaries and supporting schedules.
• Liaise with consultants, clients, and subcontractors to clarify tender queries and requirements.
• Analyse and evaluate subcontractor and supplier tenders for compliance and price competitiveness.
• Maintain a cost database and price records for future tender reference.
• Support the handover of awarded projects to thepost-contract QS team, ensuring smooth transition of cost information.
• Keep abreast of market rates, construction methods, and material costs to ensure accurate pricing.
• Ensure all pre-contract documentation complies with company procedures and relevant regulations.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 1 to 4 years of relevant experience in a pre-contractor estimating role within the construction industry; entry-level candidates with a strong academic background may be considered.
• Familiarity with standard methods of measurement (e.g.SMM, POMI) and construction contracts (e.g. SIA, PSSCOC, FIDIC) is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with QS or estimating software (e.g. CostX, Buildsoft) is a plus.
• Strong numerical skills with close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Able to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tenders concurrently.
• A team player who is proactive, organised, and able to work independently when required.