QS Manager (Based in Taiwan, Taipei)

JAC Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering group is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to lead cost control for a major construction project in Taiwan. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, 8-10 years of experience, and be bilingual in English and Mandarin. This role involves setting up cost control systems, managing contract negotiations, and ensuring accurate budgeting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of QS experience.
• Experience in setting up cost control systems for construction projects.
• Strong background in cost estimation for industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Set up and implement the cost control system for construction projects.
• Manage pre- and post-contract activities including cost planning.
• Conduct quantity take-off and BOQ preparation.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tendering

Cost administration

Bilingual in English & Mandarin

Education

Bachelor Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

Overview

Our client is a leading construction and engineering group. They specialize in design, construction and project management of large-scale industrial facilities, commercial complexes, warehouses and infrastructure projects. They are now looking for a candidate to work in Taiwan to lead all cost control and quantity surveying for their major construction project.

Location

Taiwan, Taipei

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and implement the cost control system for large scale construction projects in Taiwan
• Manage pre- and post-contract activities including feasibility studies, cost planning, tendering and contract negotiations
• Prepare, analyze and negotiate main contract (in English) and subcontractor agreements (in Mandarin)
• Conduct quantity take-off, costing and BOQ preparation for structural work
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement and project teams to ensure accurate budgeting and cost tracking
• Manage variation orders (Vos), progress claims and final account settlements
• Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution
• Support project reporting to Taiwan management

Job Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 8-10 years of QS experience
• Strong background in cost estimation, tendering and cost administration for industrial, commercial or infrastructure projects
• Bilingual proficiency in English & Mandarin (essential to deal with main and subcontractor)
• Experience in setting up cost control systems for construction projects
• Prior overseas or regional project exposure is an advantage