JUNIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Winfast Corporation; Kuantan; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm based in Kuantan, Malaysia, is seeking a Quantity Surveyor. The role involves sourcing quotations from suppliers, preparing cost comparisons, and assisting in procurement documentation. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field and have strong communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD is essential for managing projects efficiently.

Qualifications

• Education in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management is required.
• Exposure to housing or building projects is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of take-off, cost estimation, and procurement process.

Responsibilities

• Source and obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and evaluate price comparison sheets for management approval.
• Assist in issuing Purchase Orders, Letter of Award, and agreements.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

AutoCAD

Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia

Able to handle stress and multitask

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Source and obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors for materials, equipment, and services.

Prepare and evaluate price comparison sheets for management approval.

Assist in issuing Purchase Orders (PO), Letter of Award (LOA), and subcontract agreements.

Maintain supplier database and update material price records.

Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery and cost accuracy.

Perform basic quantity take-offs from drawings for tender, budgeting, and cost estimation purposes.

Assist in preparing preliminary cost estimates and project cost summaries.

Support in analyzing material and labor costs for budgetary control.

3. Budgetary & Cost Control

• Assist in monitoring project expenditures and comparing them against approved budgets.
• Update cost tracking sheets and prepare simple cost reports for ongoing projects.
• Identify cost variances and highlight potential savings or overruns to the QS team.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain and organize all QS-related documents such as quotations, purchase orders, and cost records.
• Prepare and update project cost summaries, procurement logs, and progress reports.
• Ensure all documentation complies with company procedures and is properly filed.

5. Coordination & Support

• Liaise with site personnel to verify material requirements and quantities.
• Support project team in day-to-day QS, procurement, and administrative tasks.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Senior QS or Management.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and AutoCAD.
• Exposure to housing or building projects is an added advantage.
• Basic understanding of take-off, cost estimation, and procurement process.
• Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia (mandarin is an added advantage).
• Able to be organized in a big volume of datas and detail-oriented.
• Able to handle stress & multitasking is a must in our company.