Quantity Surveyor

Kent Constructions; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Constructions in India is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage cost planning, tendering, and commercial control across projects. You will prepare BOQs, conduct cost analyses, and guide contractor selections during the design and construction phases.

The role requires 4+ years in quantity surveying or related commercial roles, with professional accreditation as a plus. Full-time, on-site position with exposure to diverse construction schemes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree as required.
• 4+ years of experience in quantity surveying or related commercial roles.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., RICS/AIQS) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities (BOQ), and feasibility studies during the design phase.
• Develop tender documentation and assist in contractor selection and negotiations.
• Monitor project costs and expenditures throughout the construction phase; update budgets and track variation.
• Perform interim valuations, issue payment certificates, and manage subcontractor payments.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks; perform value engineering to optimize cost-efficiency.
• Administer contracts, including variation orders, claims, and final account settlements.
• Conduct site inspections to validate progress and completed works.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, health & safety, and quality standards.
• Prepare and present regular cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and final project summaries to stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and project managers.

Skills

Cost estimation

BOQ preparation

Tender documentation

Interim valuations

Budget monitoring

Contract administration

Site inspections

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities (BOQ), and feasibility studies during the design phase
• Develop tender documentation and assist in contractor selection and negotiations.
• Monitor project costs and expenditures throughout the construction phase; update budgets and track variation.
• Perform interim valuations, issue payment certificates, and manage subcontractor payments.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks; perform value engineering to optimize cost-efficiency.
• Administer contracts, including variation orders, claims, and final account settlements.
• Conduct site inspections to validate progress and completed works.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, health & safety, and quality standards.
• Prepare and present regular cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and final project summaries to stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and project managers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 4+ years of experience in quantity surveying, cost consultancy, or related commercial roles.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., RICS/AIQS) is an advantage.
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.