Junior Quantity Surveyor

myNEWS HOLDINGS BERHAD; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

myNEWS Holding Berhad is seeking a Senior/Executive Quantity Surveyor to support cost estimation, quantity take-off, contract administration and procurement for store development, renovation and facilities projects. You will ensure accurate cost data, timely documentation and effective site coordination under senior QS guidance.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in QS/Construction related field with 1–3 years’ experience, proficiency in Excel, and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in Quantity Surveying, construction, or related roles.
• Experience in quantity take-off, BQ preparation, cost estimation, and project costing.
• Basic knowledge of tendering, contract documentation, variation orders, claims, and extensions of time.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BQ).
• Good analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail with good documentation and organizational skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Willing to conduct site visits and work in a fast-paced project environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity take-off and measurement of materials and works from drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BQ).
• Assist in preparing Bills of Quantities (BQ) for tenders and contracts.
• Conduct site measurements to verify work completed against drawings and claims.
• Assist in preparing preliminary cost estimates and project budgets.
• Compile and maintain cost data, rates, and a price/cost library for reference.
• Support monitoring of project expenditure against approved budgets and flag variances.
• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and organizing contract documents and tender packages under supervision.
• Support the processing of variation orders, claims, and extensions of time.
• Assist in sourcing and comparing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Conduct site visits to verify project progress, quantities completed, and quality of work.

Skills

Quantification

Cost estimation

Project costing

Documentation

Analytical skills

Communication

Site coordination

Education

Quantity Surveying/Construction related degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

To support the Senior/Executive Quantity Surveyor and project teams in cost estimation, quantity take-off, contract administration, and procurement for the Group's store development, renovation, and facilities projects, ensuring accurate cost data, timely documentation, and effective site coordination under the guidance of senior QS personnel.

Key responsibilities

Perform quantity take-off and measurement of materials and works from drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BQ)

Assist in preparing Bills of Quantities (BQ) for tenders and contracts

Conduct site measurements to verify work completed against drawings and claims

Assist in preparing preliminary cost estimates and project budgets

Compile and maintain cost data, rates, and a price/cost library for reference

Support monitoring of project expenditure against approved budgets and flag variances

Assist in preparing, reviewing, and organizing contract documents and tender packages under supervision

Support the processing of variation orders, claims, and extensions of time

Assist in sourcing and comparing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors

Conduct site visits to verify project progress, quantities completed, and quality of work

Job Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Technology, or a related field.

Minimum 1–3 years of experience in Quantity Surveying, construction, or related roles.

Experience in quantity take-off, BQ preparation, cost estimation, and project costing.

Basic knowledge of tendering, contract documentation, variation orders, claims, and extensions of time.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BQ).

Good analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.

Strong attention to detail with good documentation and organizational skills.

Good communication and coordination skills with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

Willing to conduct site visits and work in a fast-paced project environment.

myNEWS Holding Berhad currently has over 400 retail stores in Malaysia. We are the market leader in press and convenience retailing, specializing in convenience items such as tobacco, reload services, beverages, snacks, confectioneries and printed media. Our outlets are located at easily accessible locations in popular shopping malls, hypermarkets, hospitals, office complexes, hotels and transportation hubs.

Since its inception in 1997, we continuously strive to offer quality products and services. We constantly evolve our stores and offerings for an easy and efficient shopping experience. We operate under brands such as myNEWS.com, newsplus, MAGBIT, THE FRONT PAGE, as well as WHSmith, which is operated under our equal joint venture with WHSmith Travel, one of UK’s leading retailers. What’s more, we are also involved in the operation of WHSmith news and book retailing stores in airports throughout Malaysia, and run a food and beverage outlet named Bison Café. In addition, we have food processing centre which producing fresh food products and selling in our outlets.

In view of our rapid growth and aggressive expansion plans, we are looking for energetic, enthusiastic and service oriented individuals to join us.

myNEWS Holding Berhad currently has over 400 retail stores in Malaysia. We are the market leader in press and convenience retailing, specializing in convenience items such as tobacco, reload services, beverages, snacks, confectioneries and printed media. Our outlets are located at easily accessible locations in popular shopping malls, hypermarkets, hospitals, office complexes, hotels and transportation hubs.

Since its inception in 1997, we continuously strive to offer quality products and services. We constantly evolve our stores and offerings for an easy and efficient shopping experience. We operate under brands such as myNEWS.com, newsplus, MAGBIT, THE FRONT PAGE, as well as WHSmith, which is operated under our equal joint venture with WHSmith Travel, one of UK’s leading retailers. What’s more, we are also involved in the operation of WHSmith news and book retailing stores in airports throughout Malaysia, and run a food and beverage outlet named Bison Café. In addition, we have food processing centre which producing fresh food products and selling in our outlets.

In view of our rapid growth and aggressive expansion plans, we are looking for energetic, enthusiastic and service oriented individuals to join us.