Junior Quantity Surveyor: Costing, Tenders & Site Work

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

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.