QS Engineer

LEAMS Education; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kool Home Builders in Kochi, Kerala is seeking a Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of 3 years in the construction domain. The role involves tendering, cost estimation, BOQ preparation, and detailed quantity take-offs using AutoCAD and manual methods.

Location is Kochi, India. The ideal candidate has a B.Tech in Civil Engineering, strong drawing interpretation skills, and excellent English communication for documentation and client interactions. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (Mandatory).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in quantity surveying, tendering and estimation.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for civil and structural works.
• Develop BOQs, pricing schedules, and cost summaries as per tender requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines to clarify scope and align cost assumptions.
• Support the Civil Construction Manager during tender reviews and final tender submissions.
• Take-off quantities from tender/IFC drawings using AutoCAD and manual methods.
• Prepare measurement sheets for concrete, reinforcement, and structural works.
• Review drawings for discrepancies and assess impact on quantities and cost.
• Maintain records of measurements, variations, and approvals.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers for RFIs and quotations.
• Support budget tracking, cost monitoring, and cash-flow planning.
• Assist in contractual negotiations related to variations and changes.
• Prepare cost reports and commercial summaries.

Skills

Tendering & Cost Estimation

Quantity Take-Off

Subcontractor Coordination

Cost Control & Budgeting

Contractual & Commercial Support

Documentation & Reporting

Coordination with Site Teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Kool Home Builders is Looking for a Quantity Surveyor for Kochi location . The key details have been mentioned below.

Position : Quantity Surveyor

Company : Kool Home Builders

Location : Kochi ,Kerala

Qualification : Btech - Civil

Experience : Minimum 3+ yrs experience in construction domain

Salary : Best in the industry

Joining time : ASAP - Less than 20 days

• Tendering & Cost Estimation


• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for civil and structural works related to electrical substation projects.


• Analyze tender drawings, specifications, and scope of work to identify cost drivers, risks, and assumptions.


• Develop BOQs, pricing schedules, and cost summaries in line with tender requirements.


• Coordinate with engineering disciplines to clarify scope, resolve technical queries, and align cost assumptions during the tender stage.


• Support the Civil Construction Manager during tender reviews, pricing strategy development, and final tenders’ submissions.


• Quantity Take-Off & Measurement


• Perform detailed quantity take-offs from tender and IFC drawings using AutoCAD and manual methods.


• Prepare measurement sheets for concrete, reinforcement, structural steel, excavation, backfilling, and architectural finishes.


• Review drawings for discrepancies, raise technical clarifications, and assess their impact on quantities and cost.


• Ensure quantity data is accurate, traceable, and properly documented.


• Subcontractor & Supplier Coordination


• Prepare and issue RFIs to subcontractors and suppliers in coordination with procurement and project teams.


• Conduct technical and commercial evaluation of received quotations to ensure full scope compliance.


• Support the Civil Construction Manager during subcontractor clarification meetings and commercial evaluations.


• Cost Control & Budget Management


• Support project teams in cost monitoring, budget tracking, and cash‑flow planning.


• Track approved variations and change orders from a cost‑control perspective.


• Support preparation and review of interim payment applications and final accounts.


• Contractual & Commercial Support


• Review tender and contract documents to identify commercial risks, exclusions, and opportunities.


• Support the Civil Construction Manager in negotiations related to variations, additional works, and commercial settlements.


• Maintain accurate records of measurements, variations, correspondence, and approvals.


• Coordination with Engineering & Site Teams


• Work closely with civil, structural, electrical, and project teams to ensure cost alignment with design intent.


• Provide commercial and cost input during design development, technical revisions, and value engineering exercises.


• Support coordination meetings related to commercial and scope matters.


• Documentation & Reporting


• Prepare cost reports, tender comparison statements, and commercial summaries.


• Maintain organized records of estimates, BOQs, subcontractor quotations, and approvals.


• Ensure compliance with company procedures, project controls, and audit requirements.


• Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (Mandatory)


• Employment Type: Full-Time


• Location: Kochi, India


• Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, tendering, and estimation for civil and structural works


• Proficiency in both spoken & written and English is required.