Junior Quantity Surveyor

Bandar Utama City Sdn Bhd (HQ); Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bandar Utama City Sdn Bhd (HQ) is seeking a proactive Contract Administrator to assist in preparation, evaluation, and administration of contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

You will prepare tender documents, bills of quantities, cost estimates, and procurement schedules, review quotations, monitor schedules and costs, and support negotiations to ensure project budgets are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in contract administration and cost management, preferably in a property development or construction company.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, procurement processes, and cost estimation principles.
• Proficiency in MS Office (e.g., AutoCAD, Excel).
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Immediate starter or short notice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, evaluation, and administration of contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements
• Prepare tender documents, bills of quantities (BQ), cost estimates, and procurement schedules
• Review and analyse contractor and supplier quotations to ensure cost-effectiveness and alignment with project budgets
• Monitor tender schedule & submissions, project costs, variations, and claims to ensure financial control and cost efficiency
• Assist in contract negotiations and collaborate with project teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution
• Conduct periodic site visits to assess progress and verify work done for payment certification
• Maintain proper documentation of contracts, variations, correspondences, and financial records
• Stay updated with industry standards, legal requirements, and market trends related to contract and cost management

Skills

Contract administration

Cost management

Negotiation

Communication

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

This role involves assisting in the preparation, evaluation, and administration of contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. You will prepare tender documents, bills of quantities, cost estimates, and procurement schedules, while reviewing and analysing contractor and supplier quotations for cost-effectiveness and budget alignment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, evaluation, and administration of contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements
• Prepare tender documents, bills of quantities (BQ), cost estimates, and procurement schedules
• Review and analyse contractor and supplier quotations to ensure cost-effectiveness and alignment with project budgets
• Monitor tender schedule & submissions, project costs, variations, and claims to ensure financial control and cost efficiency
• Assist in contract negotiations and collaborate with project teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution
• Conduct periodic site visits to assess progress and verify work done for payment certification
• Maintain proper documentation of contracts, variations, correspondences, and financial records
• Stay updated with industry standards, legal requirements, and market trends related to contract and cost management

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in contract administration and cost management, preferably in a property development or construction company
• Strong knowledge of contract law, procurement processes, and cost estimation principles
• Proficiency in MS Office (e.g., AutoCAD, Excel)
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Immediate starter or short notice preferred

We are a diversified Group with businesses in real estate and property development, hotel operation and management, oil palm plantations, leasing and management of commercial and residential properties, and general insurance agency. In line with our development expansion programme, we extend our invitation to those who are enthusiastic, self-motivated and progressive to be part of our organisation and to develop a rewarding and satisfying career with us.