Interior Fit-Out Quantity Surveyor - Maximize Margins

Private Advertiser; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Executive to manage projects from tender pricing through to final accounts on fast-paced interior fit-out and construction assignments.

You will review drawings and specifications, prepare cost estimates, monitor budgets, and coordinate with clients and suppliers to protect project margins. A diploma or degree in QS related field with at least 3 years of relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant QS or commercial experience.
• Experience in interior fit-out, retail refurbishment, main contracting or specialist contracting is preferred.
• Able to read architectural, interior design, joinery and M&E drawings.
• Willing to attend site visits, measurements and factory inspections when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quantity take-offs, cost estimates, tenders and rate build-ups.
• Review drawings, specifications, BQs and scope requirements.
• Source and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare progress claims, variation orders, quotations and final accounts.
• Verify subcontractor claims, supplier invoices and completed works.
• Monitor project budgets, committed costs and potential cost overruns.
• Identify omissions, scope gaps, discrepancies and additional works.
• Support procurement negotiations and subcontractor appointments.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, project teams, designers, suppliers and factory teams.
• Maintain accurate cost reports, pricing records and supplier databases.
• Protect the confidentiality of tender prices, margins and commercial information.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, Civil Engineering

Job description

Private Advertiser in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Executive to manage projects from tender pricing through to final accounts on fast-paced interior fit-out and construction assignments.

You will review drawings and specifications, prepare cost estimates, monitor budgets, and coordinate with clients and suppliers to protect project margins. A diploma or degree in QS related field with at least 3 years of relevant experience is required.