Quantity Surveyor

Plus Solar Systems Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company based in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor. The role involves developing project target costs and managing cost control throughout the project lifecycle, particularly in solar energy projects. Candidates should have a degree in MEP Quantity Surveying or similar, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and excellent analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in Malay, English, and Mandarin is essential, with knowledge of Cantonese or Japanese as a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in MEP Quantity Surveying environment.
• Experience in solar EPC cost management is preferred.
• Fluent in Malay, English, and Mandarin for customer communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop project target costs based on feasibility studies and designs.
• Review pre-tender documentation and design specifications.
• Coordinate with site teams on progress claims and cost control.
• Manage dynamic cost tracking and financial reporting.
• Prepare project cost management summaries.
• Stay updated with solar technologies and their cost implications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in MEP Quantity Surveying / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and establish project target costs based on feasibility studies, schematic designs, and construction drawings.
• Review pre-tender documentation including cost estimates, bill of quantities (BQ), design specifications, and contract terms.
• Coordinate with project site teams to evaluate progress claims, assess variation orders, and ensure cost control throughout implementation.
• Manage dynamic cost tracking and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle, including final account settlement and financial reporting.
• Prepare project cost management summaries and maintain/update cost index records in SAP for internal reference and benchmarking.
• Enhance understanding technical cost benchmarks and propose value engineering opportunities based on insights from executed projects.
• Stay up to date with evolving solar technologies and assess their cost implications on project delivery, incorporating insights into the company’s cost database.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and establish project target costs based on feasibility studies, schematic designs, and construction drawings.
• Review pre-tender documentation including cost estimates, bill of quantities (BQ), design specifications, and contract terms.
• Coordinate with project site teams to evaluate progress claims, assess variation orders, and ensure cost control throughout implementation.
• Manage dynamic cost tracking and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle, including final account settlement and financial reporting.
• Prepare project cost management summaries and maintain/update cost index records in SAP for internal reference and benchmarking.
• Enhance understanding technical cost benchmarks and propose value engineering opportunities based on insights from executed projects.
• Stay up to date with evolving solar technologies and assess their cost implications on project delivery, incorporating insights into the company’s cost database.

Requirements

Academic Qualification:

• Degree in MEP Quantity Surveying / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering.

Experiences:

• Minimum 2 years of experience with related MEP Quantity Surveying environment.
• Preferably experience in providing cost management services for Solar EPC or handling large consulting projects in a professional cost consultancy firm.
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with others in an integrated team environment.
• Honest and trustworthy individual with a strong sense of professional ethics and team spirit.
• Able to communicate fluently in Malaysia, English and Mandarin to serve Mandarin-speaking customers (Cantonese and Japanese will be an added advantage but not essential).