Quantity Surveyor / QS Engineer

LEAMS Education; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Kool Home Builders in Kochi, Kerala is seeking a Quantity Surveyor with 3+ years of experience in the construction domain. The role focuses on tendering, cost estimation, BOQs, and cost control for civil and structural works. Proficiency in AutoCAD and strong English communication are required.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position based in Kochi. Salary is described as best in the industry, with joining time ASAP.

Qualifications

• Tendering and cost estimation.
• Quantity take-off and measurement.
• Subcontractor and supplier coordination.
• Cost control and budget management.
• Contractual and commercial support.
• Coordination with engineering and site teams.
• Documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Tendering, cost estimation, and pricing for civil/structural works.
• Prepare quantity take-offs from drawings using AutoCAD.
• Coordinate with procurement and project teams on RFIs and quotations.
• Track variations, interim payments, and final accounts.
• Support tender reviews and commercial negotiations.
• Collaborate with civil, structural, electrical teams for cost alignment.
• Maintain records of estimates, BOQs, approvals.

Job description

Kool Home Builders is Looking for a Quantity Surveyor for Kochi location. The key details have been mentioned below.

Position : Quantity Surveyor

Company : Kool Home Builders

Location : Kochi ,Kerala

Qualification : Btech - Civil

Experience : Minimum 3+ yrs experience in construction domain

Salary : Best in the industry

Joining time : ASAP - Less than 20 days

• Tendering & Cost Estimation
• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for civil and structural works related to electrical substation projects.
• Analyze tender drawings, specifications, and scope of work to identify cost drivers, risks, and assumptions.
• Develop BOQs, pricing schedules, and cost summaries in line with tender requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines to clarify scope, resolve technical queries, and align cost assumptions during the tender stage.
• Support the Civil Construction Manager during tender reviews, pricing strategy development, and final tenders’ submissions.
• Quantity Take-Off & Measurement
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs from tender and IFC drawings using AutoCAD and manual methods.
• Prepare measurement sheets for concrete, reinforcement, structural steel, excavation, backfilling, and architectural finishes.
• Review drawings for discrepancies, raise technical clarifications, and assess their impact on quantities and cost.
• Ensure quantity data is accurate, traceable, and properly documented.
• Subcontractor & Supplier Coordination
• Prepare and issue RFIs to subcontractors and suppliers in coordination with procurement and project teams.
• Conduct technical and commercial evaluation of received quotations to ensure full scope compliance.
• Support the Civil Construction Manager during subcontractor clarification meetings and commercial evaluations.
• Cost Control & Budget Management
• Support project teams in cost monitoring, budget tracking, and cash‑flow planning.
• Track approved variations and change orders from a cost‑control perspective.
• Support preparation and review of interim payment applications and final accounts.
• Contractual & Commercial Support
• Review tender and contract documents to identify commercial risks, exclusions, and opportunities.
• Support the Civil Construction Manager in negotiations related to variations, additional works, and commercial settlements.
• Maintain accurate records of measurements, variations, correspondence, and approvals.
• Coordination with Engineering & Site Teams
• Work closely with civil, structural, electrical, and project teams to ensure cost alignment with design intent.
• Provide commercial and cost input during design development, technical revisions, and value engineering exercises.
• Support coordination meetings related to commercial and scope matters.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Prepare cost reports, tender comparison statements, and commercial summaries.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, BOQs, subcontractor quotations, and approvals.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, project controls, and audit requirements.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (Mandatory)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Location: Kochi, India
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, tendering, and estimation for civil and structural works
• Proficiency in both spoken & written and English is required.