Quantity Survey Manager, Project & Commercial

Northern Solar; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Solar in Malaysia is seeking a Quantity Survey Manager, Project & Commercial to lead post-contract QS activities for assigned projects in Malaysia. You will manage costs, budgets, commitments and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle, coordinating with Project and Design Teams.

The role requires 5–8 years in post-contract QS or commercial management, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and experience with sub-contractors, variation orders and final accounts;

Qualifications

• Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• 5–8 years of post-contract Quantity Surveying and commercial experience, preferably in a managerial/supervisory capacity.
• Strong hands‑on experience in post-contract cost control, BQ administration, progress and interim claims, Variation Orders, subcontractor claims and final accounts.
• Strong commercial negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills to supervise and develop team members.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all post-contract quantity surveying and commercial activities for assigned projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and control project costs, budgets, commitments and commercial performance to ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets.
• Review and monitor Bills of Quantities, project costing and contract values against actual progress and expenditure.
• Manage and maintain effective commercial relationships with sub-contractors and suppliers, including resolving commercial and contractual matters.
• Liaise closely with the Project and Design Teams on material, quantity, costing and commercial matters.
• Review and verify sub-contractor progress claims, interim claims and final accounts for accuracy and contractual compliance.
• Evaluate, verify and negotiate Variation Orders and other changes arising during project execution.
• Assess cost impact of design changes, material changes, site instructions and project variations; provide recommendations to Project Management.
• Monitor sub-contractor contract performance, work progress and payment status; highlight commercial risks or disputes.

Skills

Post-contract cost control

BQ administration

Variation Orders handling

Contract administration

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

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Quantity Survey Manager, Project & Commercial

Lead and manage all post-contract quantity surveying and commercial activities for assigned projects throughout the project lifecycle.

Monitor and control project costs, budgets, commitments and commercial performance to ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets.

Review and monitor Bills of Quantities (BQ), project costing and contract values against actual project progress and expenditure.

Manage and maintain effective commercial relationships with sub-contractors and suppliers, including resolving commercial and contractual matters.

Liaise closely with the Project and Design Teams on all material, quantity, costing and commercial matters arising during project execution.

Review and verify sub-contractor progress claims, interim claims and final accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with contractual terms.

Evaluate, verify and negotiate Variation Orders (VO), additional works, omissions and other changes arising during project execution.

Assess the cost impact of design changes, material changes, site instructions and project variations, and provide recommendations to Project Management.

Monitor sub-contractor contract performance, work progress and payment status and highlight potential commercial risks or disputes.

Monitor project cost-to-complete, cost variance and projected final costs, and provide timely updates to Management.

Identify potential cost overruns, commercial risks and cost-saving opportunities, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

Prepare and submit monthly commercial and cost reports, including project cost analysis, variation status, claims status and projected final account.

Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of contracts, BQ, claims, VO, site instructions, purchase orders, payment records and other commercial documents.

Coordinate with Finance, Project, Design, Procurement and other relevant departments on project costing, payments, commitments and commercial matters.

Manage and resolve commercial issues, claims and disputes with sub-contractors and suppliers, escalating significant matters to Management when necessary.

Lead the project commercial close-out and final account settlement with sub-contractors and other relevant parties.

Establish and maintain effective post-contract QS procedures, controls and reporting mechanisms to ensure consistency and accuracy across projects.

Supervise, guide and develop Quantity Surveyors and other commercial team members, ensuring effective execution of post-contract QS activities.

Provide commercial advice and recommendations to Management and Project Teams to support sound decision-making and project profitability.

Support Management in cost optimisation, commercial risk management and overall project margin improvement.

Perform other ad-hoc duties and assignments as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements:

Candidate must possess at least Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Minimum 5–8 years of relevant working experience in post-contract Quantity Surveying, commercial management or contract administration, preferably with experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity

Strong hands‑on experience in post-contract cost control, BQ administration, progress claims, interim claims, Variation Orders, subcontractor claims and final accounts

Strong commercial negotiation, analytical and problem‑solving skills

Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to supervise, mentor and develop team members

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with Management, Project & Design Teams, Finance, Procurement, sub‑contractors and suppliers

Strong time management, planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Experience in the Solar Energy / Renewable Energy industry will be an added advantage