Quantity Surveyor-Civil

Surbana Consultants Pte Ltd – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) branch; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong in Gandhinagar seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor – Civil to manage civil and building commercial activities. You will perform quantity take-offs, BOQ preparation, cost estimation, tendering, measurement, valuations, variations, subs contract management and final accounts.

The candidate should have strong knowledge of construction methods, contracts and commercial management, with 5+ years in civil quantities surveying.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certification in Quantity Surveying or Contracts Management is an advantage.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in civil/building quantity surveying or commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and BOQs for civil and building works.
• Review drawings, specifications, BOQs and contract documents.
• Prepare cost estimates and project budgets.
• Manage variations, claims and interim payments.
• Coordinate with consultants, project managers, and subcontractors.

Skills

Civil construction methods

BOQ preparation

Cost estimation

Negotiation

MS Excel

Reading drawings

Quantity take-off

Measurements

Education

Bachelor's / Diploma in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Professional certification in QS or Contracts Management (advantage)

Tools

MS Excel

QS software

Job description

Job Title

Quantity Surveyor – Civil

Location

Gandhinagar (Gujarat)

Employment Type

Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor – Civil to manage the commercial and quantity surveying activities associated with civil and building works. The position will be responsible for quantity take-offs, BOQ preparation, cost estimation, tendering, measurement, valuation, variations, subcontractor management, cost control, and final accounts. The successful candidate should have strong knowledge of construction methods, civil works, contracts, and commercial management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and BOQs for civil and building works, including: Earthworks and excavation Foundations and substructures Reinforced concrete works Structural works Blockwork and masonry Plastering and screeding Waterproofing Finishes External works and landscaping Roads, paving, and infrastructure works
• Review construction drawings, specifications, BOQs, and contract documents.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and project budgets.
• Review drawings and identify quantity discrepancies, omissions, and scope changes.
• Prepare tender documents and evaluate contractor/subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare commercial comparison statements and recommendations.
• Measure completed works and prepare interim payment applications/certificates.
• Verify subcontractor measurements, bills, invoices, and supporting documents.
• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, forecasts, and cash-flow projections.
• Evaluate and price variations, change orders, claims, and additional works.
• Maintain variation and claims registers.
• Assist with contract administration and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate with consultants, project managers, site engineers, procurement teams, and subcontractors.
• Monitor material quantities, wastage, and cost impacts.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering.
• Maintain accurate records of quantities, measurements, costs, commitments, and payments.
• Prepare, negotiate, and finalize subcontractor and supplier final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and ensure appropriate mitigation measures are implemented.
• Ensure all commercial activities comply with project contracts and company procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certification in Quantity Surveying or Contracts Management is an advantage.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in civil/building quantity surveying or commercial management.
• Experience with main contractors, developers, or civil contractors is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of civil construction methods and materials.
• Excellent quantity take-off, measurement, and BOQ preparation skills.
• Strong understanding of construction costs and market rates.
• Knowledge of variations, claims, contracts, interim payments, and final accounts.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and quantity surveying/commercial software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.

Company Culture

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

About Surbana Jurong

Surbana is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future. Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 in its member companies AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA, SMEC and Surbana Jurong, based in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries. They include architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other specialists driven by progressive thinking and creative ideas to shape a better future. Its technical experts deliver sustainable solutions that cover the entire project life cycle from planning and design, through to delivery and management, as well as a full suite of multidisciplinary consultancy services across a diverse range of sectors including transportation, water, aviation, healthcare, hospitality and renewables. A global urban, infrastructure and managed services consulting firm with over 70 years of track record in successful project delivery, SJ has built more than a million homes in Singapore, created master plans in more than 60 countries and developed over 100 industrial parks globally. SJ is #23 in Engineering News-Record’s 2023 Top 225 International Design Firms, #14 in World Architecture 100 2024, and Asia Pacific FM Technology Provider of the Year 2022, awarded by International Facility Management Association.