Quantity Surveyor - Civil

Hill International, Inc.; Delhi; On-site; INR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill International, Inc. in Delhi, India seeks a qualified Quantity Surveyor to undertake quantity take-offs for civil, structural and architectural works. You will use Cost-X and AutoCAD for data extraction, prepare Bills of Quantities, and support cost estimation activities and tendering.

The role emphasizes cost control, interim payments, and final accounts, with strong MS Excel and learning of new software required for daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Experience in quantity surveying or cost estimation preferred.
• Knowledge of IS 1200 and tendering processes advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity take-offs for civil, structural and architectural works.
• Use Cost-X and AutoCAD for quantity take-off and data transfer to BOQs.
• Draft or validate Bills of Quantities with bulk checks.
• Support cost estimation by identifying basic material and labour rates.
• Understand tender documentation and processes.
• Prepare interim payment recommendations and cost control docs.
• Contribute to cost reporting, cashflow forecasting and final accounts.
• Have knowledge of building components and construction methods.
• Proficiency in MS Excel/Word and adapting to new software.

Skills

Quantity take-off

Cost estimation

AutoCAD

Cost-X

MS Excel

Tendering

Cashflow forecasting

Change control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Cost-X

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Undertake quantity works for Building projects - Residential, Commercial, Hotel, Hospital, Fitout, Industry / warehouse (depending on project requirement)

Responsibilities

• Undertake quantity take-offs for Civil, Structure, Architectural works using IS 1200, POMI or other similar standards.
• Use software tools (e.g., Cost X, AutoCAD) for quantity take-off and summarize quantities, transfer data into BOQs or cost plans including carrying out bulk checks.
• Draft or Validate Bills of Quantities including carrying out bulk checks.
• Support cost estimation activities by identifying basic material and labour rates and understanding rate analysis for standard work items.
• Having basic understanding on tendering process and documentation.
• Prepare interim payment recommendations, maintain cost control documentation, and manage change control processes.
• Contribute to cost reporting, cashflow forecasting, valuation of variations, tracking of risk allowances, and preparation of final accounts.
• Having basic knowledge of key building components and construction methods in construction related to Civil works.
• Should be good in CAD, Cost-X (qty take off tools) and other quantification / estimation software.
• Good skills on MS excel and word and ability to learn and adapt to customized software.

Qualifications

Qualification- Degree in Civil Engineering