Quantity Surveyor-Civil

SJ Group; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor – Civil to manage commercial and quantity surveying activities for civil and building works in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. You will handle take-offs, BOQs, cost estimation, tendering and final accounts with focus on cost control and value engineering.

The candidate should have strong knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and commercial management and will coordinate with project teams to ensure financial success of projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Diploma in quantity surveying or civil engineering is required.
• Professional certification is an advantage.
• Minimum 5+ years in civil/building quantity surveying or commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and BOQs for civil/building works.
• Review drawings, specifications, BOQs and contract documents.
• Prepare cost estimates and project budgets.
• Prepare tender documents and evaluate quotations.
• Prepare commercial comparison statements and recommendations.
• Measure works and prepare interim payments/certificates.
• Verify subcontractor bills and supporting documents.
• Monitor expenditure against budgets.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, forecasts and cash-flow projections.
• Evaluate variations, change orders, claims and additional works.
• Maintain variation and claims registers.
• Assist with contract administration and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate with consultants, project managers and procurement teams.

Skills

Quantity take-off

BOQ preparation

Cost estimation

Tendering

Measurement

Variations

Subcontractor management

Cost control

Final accounts

Contract administration

Commercial negotiations

Cost reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Professional certification in Quantity Surveying or Contracts Management

Tools

MS Excel

Quantity surveying 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.

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