Quantity Surveyor (Singapore, Central Area)

THE BLUE BARREL PTE. LTD.; Lee-on-the-Solent; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

THE BLUE BARREL PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced contract administrator to support tendering and procurement for residential construction projects in the Central area.

The role involves reviewing documents, preparing tender submissions, and coordinating with clients, consultants, and subcontractors. You will manage payments, handle VO/EOT submissions, and ensure timely progress claims and certifications.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or its equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Residential Construction Industry, preferably with LTA Project experience.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, attend briefings and site visits, and prepare tender submissions (including drawings/specifications review, quantity take-off, sourcing and evaluation of quotations, and documentation compilation)
• Prepare tender and contract documents for subcontractor and supplier awards (including quotation invitations, cost comparison, and subcontract drafting)
• Manage subcontractor and supplier payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and submit progress claims to clients/consultants, and follow up on certifications
• Handle Variation Orders (VO) and Extension of Time (EOT) submissions, including negotiation with clients and consultants
• Coordinate and attend meetings to resolve contractual and commercial matters with stakeholders
• Support all other contract administration and tender-related functions as required

Skills

Cost control

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Job description

Project till 2029
Location: Central
5.5 days work week

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Review tender documents, attend briefings and site visits, and prepare tender submissions
  (including drawings/specifications review, quantity take-off, sourcing and evaluation of quotations, and documentation compilation)

• Prepare tender and contract documents for subcontractor and supplier awards
  (including quotation invitations, cost comparison, and subcontract drafting)

• Manage subcontractor and supplier payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

• Prepare and submit progress claims to clients/consultants, and follow up on certifications

• Handle Variation Orders (VO) and Extension of Time (EOT) submissions, including negotiation with clients and consultants

• Coordinate and attend meetings to resolve contractual and commercial matters with stakeholders

• Support all other contract administration and tender-related functions as required

What We’re Looking For:

• Diploma / Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or its equivalent.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Residential Construction Industry, preferably with LTA Project experience

Preferred Attributes:

• Strong cost control and commercial awareness

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders (consultants, subcontractors)

• Good negotiation skills