Quantity Surveyor

buildAhome; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

buildAhome is seeking a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor & Costing Engineer in Bengaluru with 1–6 years of experience in residential construction projects. The role focuses on quantity take-off, estimation, BOQ, costing, rate analysis and cost control.

You will prepare estimates, verify costs, coordinate with Design, Projects, Purchase, Site and Accounts teams, and monitor budgets to identify cost-saving opportunities in a fast-paced turnkey environment.

Qualifications

• 1–6 years of QS/Costing experience in residential construction.
• Knowledge of BOQ, quantity take-off, estimation and costing.
• Experience reading architectural, structural and construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quantity take-offs, BOQs, estimates and detailed project costing from drawings and specs.
• Prepare rate analysis for civil, structural, architectural and finishing works.
• Read and interpret architectural, structural and construction drawings accurately.
• Prepare and update project budgets, cost sheets and cost comparisons.
• Verify quantities, rates, quotations, work orders and contractor/subcontractor bills.
• Coordinate with Design, Projects, Purchase, Site and Accounts teams for costing.
• Monitor project costs against budgets and identify variations and cost-saving opportunities.
• Track scope/design changes and update quantities, BOQs and costing accordingly.
• Support Purchase/Procurement with material quantities and cost inputs.
• Maintain accurate records of BOQs, estimates, measurements, bills and cost reports.
• Ensure timely submission of costing, estimates and commercial reports.

Skills

QS/Costing experience

Residential construction

MS Excel

Costing & estimation

Rate analysis

Civil drawings reading

Education

Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech - Civil Engineering

Job description

buildAhome JOB DESCRIPTION

Quantity Surveyor & Costing Engineer

Industry: Turnkey Residential Construction Location: Bangalore | Experience: 16 Years Education: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech - Civil Engineering

ROLE SUMMARY

buildAhome is looking for a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor & Costing Engineer with 1-6 years of experience in residential construction projects, with strong hands-on knowledge of quantity take-off, estimation, BOQ, costing, rate analysis and cost control.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare quantity take-offs, BOQs, estimates and detailed project costing from drawings and specifications.
• Prepare rate analysis for civil, structural, architectural and finishing works.
• Read and interpret architectural, structural and construction drawings accurately.
• Prepare and update project budgets, cost sheets and cost comparisons.
• Verify quantities, rates, quotations, work orders and contractor/subcontractor bills.
• Coordinate with Design, Projects, Purchase, Site and Accounts teams for costing and commercial requirements.
• Monitor project costs against budgets and identify variations, overruns and cost-saving opportunities.
• Track scope/design changes and update quantities, BOQs and costing accordingly.
• Support Purchase/Procurement with material quantities, specifications and cost inputs.
• Maintain accurate records of BOQs, estimates, measurements, bills and cost reports.
• Ensure timely submission of costing, estimates and commercial reports.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• 1-6 years of relevant QS/Costing experience in residential construction.
• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech - Civil Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of BOQ, quantity take-off, estimation, costing and rate analysis.
• Good understanding of civil, structural, architectural and finishing works.
• Good knowledge of construction materials, specifications and applications.
• Strong MS Excel, numerical and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of contractor billing, measurements, work orders and cost control.
• Strong attention to detail, coordination, follow-up and reporting skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced turnkey construction environment.

PREFERRED BACKGROUND

Experience in Turnkey Construction, Residential Construction, Real Estate, Builders or Contractors will be preferred.

INTERVIEW DETAILS

Date: 28 August 2026 onwards
Time: Anytime between 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Location: #13, 4th Floor, CRN Chambers, Kasturba Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka - 560001

Contact HR - Magil 6368472877/8722803143 [e-mail]/[e-mail]