QS and Contracts - Head For Construction Industry

Traventure Homes Tamil Nadu; Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Traventure Homes Tamil Nadu is seeking a senior professional to lead the QS, Billing and Works Contract Head role at the corporate office. The incumbent will plan, execute, monitor, and control works contracts across construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, cost control, quality compliance, and contractual adherence.

The role requires extensive experience in residential villa/apartment projects, with strong leadership, risk management, and stakeholder coordination across internal teams,

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering (Master preferred).
• Certification in Contract Management / Project Management is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Contract management across works contracts (civil, finishing, MEP, infra).
• Review, finalize and administer contracts, BOQs, scope, specs, drawings.
• Ensure adherence to contract terms, timelines and statutory requirements.
• Handle variations, extra items, claims and counter-claims with QS & Legal.

Skills

Contract management

Project leadership

Cost control

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

B.E. Civil Engineering

MBA / Master’s preferred

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: QS / Billing / Works Contract Head
Department: Projects / Contracts / Engineering
Reports: COO / Projects - GM
Location: Corporate Office

Job Purpose

The QS / Billing / Works Contract Head is responsible for planning, execution, monitoring, and control of all QS / Billing / works contracts across construction projects. The role ensures timely delivery, cost control, quality compliance, contractual adherence, and coordination with contractors, consultants, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contract Management

• Oversee end-to-end management of works contracts including civil, finishing, MEP, and infrastructure packages.
• Review, finalize, and administer contracts, BOQs, scope, specifications, and drawings.
• Ensure strict compliance with contractual terms, conditions, timelines, and statutory requirements.
• Handle variations, extra items, claims, and counter-claims in coordination with QS and Legal teams.

2. Project Execution & Control

• Ensure execution of works as per approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Monitor contractor performance on cost, quality, safety, and timelines.
• Conduct periodic site reviews, progress meetings, and coordination meetings.
• Identify risks and implement corrective and preventive actions.

3. Cost & Billing Control

• Control project costs through rate analysis, value engineering, and cost optimization.
• Review and approve contractor RA bills, final bills, and reconciliation statements.
• Coordinate with QS and Finance for budget tracking and cash flow planning.

4. Quality & Safety Compliance

• Ensure adherence to quality standards, QA/QC plans, and IS codes.
• Enforce safety policies, HSE compliance, and statutory safety norms at all sites.
• Conduct audits and ensure closure of non-conformities.

5. Vendor & Contractor Management

• Participate in pre-qualification, evaluation, and selection of contractors.
• Develop strong relationships with contractors while ensuring performance accountability.
• Resolve disputes and escalations professionally and contractually.

6. Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with Design, Planning, Purchase, QS, Legal, Finance, and Site Teams.
• Liaise with consultants, architects, statutory authorities, and clients as required.
• Provide regular updates to management on project status, risks, and milestones.

7. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and present weekly/monthly progress reports to senior management.
• Ensure proper documentation of contracts, correspondence, approvals, and site records.
• Support audits and management reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering (Master preferred)
• Certification in Contract Management / Project Management is an added advantage

Experience

• 15 - 20+ years of experience in construction projects
• Minimum 5 - 7 years in senior contract or project leadership role
• Experience in residential villas and apartment projects.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, BOQs, specifications, and drawings
• Expertise in FIDIC / EPC / Item Rate / Lump Sum contracts (as applicable)
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Strong analytical, risk management, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in MS Project / Primavera / ERP systems
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills