Quantity Surveyor

Artelia Indonesia; Batam; On-site; IDR 240,000,000 - 360,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Artelia Indonesia seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a confidential Data Center Construction Project in Indonesia. You will manage project costs, contracts, and commercial reporting from pre-construction through completion, working with Client, PM, Consultants, and Contractors to ensure financial control throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires strong commercial acumen, extensive cost management experience, and the ability to handle contractual and financial matters in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in quantity surveying or commercial management on construction projects.
• Minimum 3 years in a QS or commercial role on large-scale projects.
• Experience in Data Center, Mission Critical, Industrial, Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical, Infrastructure, or Commercial Building projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation, budgeting, cost control and reporting.
• Experience with contract administration, variation management and claims assessment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage project cost plans, budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor expenditures and ensure alignment with budgets.
• Review contractor submissions and validate variations and payments.
• Assist in contract administration and commercial reporting.
• Develop cost forecasts, cash flow projections and cost databases.
• Provide accurate cost information for reporting and decision-making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Financial reporting

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Artelia is an international multidisciplinary consultancy, engineering and project management group specialising in mobility, water, energy, building and industry.

With 11,000 employees and a turnover of €1.35B in 2025, Artelia is in the top 15 consulting engineering firms in Europe. Internationally, the Group carries out projects in more than 100 countries and has offices in 40 countries across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and the Americas.

About the Job:

Artelia is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor (QS) to join a confidential Data Center Construction Project in Indonesia.

This position plays a key role in managing project costs, contract administration, commercial reporting, and financial control from pre-construction through project completion. The Quantity Surveyor will work closely with the Client, Project Management Team, Consultants, and Contractors to ensure accurate cost management and commercial oversight throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will possess strong commercial acumen, extensive experience in construction cost management, and the ability to manage contractual and financial matters within a fast-paced project environment.

Job Description

Cost Management & Budget Control

• Prepare and manage project cost plans, budgets, and financial forecasts.
• Monitor project expenditures and ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Conduct cost analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist in establishing project cost control procedures and reporting systems.
• Track budget performance and report cost variances to project management.

Measurement & Valuation

• Review and verify quantities, measurements, and contractor submissions.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and cost assessments as required.
• Validate progress claims and payment applications from contractors.
• Assess completed works and verify progress valuation.
• Maintain accurate records of measured quantities and project costs.

Contract Administration

• Support the administration of construction contracts throughout project delivery.
• Review contract documents and identify commercial risks and obligations.
• Evaluate contractor variations, change orders, and contractual claims.
• Assist in negotiating commercial matters with contractors and consultants.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and procedures.

Commercial Management

• Monitor project commercial performance and financial status.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend variation orders and cost adjustments.
• Support procurement and tender evaluation processes when required.
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities, and mitigation measures.
• Assist project management in making informed commercial decisions.

Project Reporting & Controls

• Prepare weekly and monthly commercial reports.
• Develop cost forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Track contingency usage and cost trends.
• Maintain project cost databases and commercial records.
• Provide accurate cost information to support project reporting and decision-making.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Consultants, Contractors, and Client representatives.
• Participate in commercial meetings and project progress reviews.
• Support dispute avoidance and claim management activities.
• Facilitate communication on cost and contractual matters among project stakeholders.
• Ensure commercial transparency and timely issue resolution.
• Identify cost and commercial risks that may impact project delivery.
• Support risk assessments and financial impact evaluations.
• Monitor cost exposure associated with project changes and unforeseen conditions.
• Develop recommendations to mitigate commercial and contractual risks.

Project Close-Out

• Assist in final account preparation and settlement.
• Ensure all contractual and commercial obligations are completed.
• Review and finalize outstanding variations and claims.
• Support project handover and close-out documentation.
• Maintain complete project commercial records for audit and future reference.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in quantity surveying, cost management, or commercial management within construction projects.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial role on large-scale construction projects.
• Proven experience in Data Center, Mission Critical, Industrial, Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical, Infrastructure, or Commercial Building Projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation, budgeting, cost control, and commercial reporting.
• Experience in contract administration, variation management, and claims assessment.
• Solid understanding of construction contracts and procurement processes.
• Experience reviewing contractor payment applications and progress valuations.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and negotiation skills.
• Experience working within Engineering Consultancy, PMC, EPC, or Construction environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic project environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other commercial reporting tools.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.