Quantity Surveyor

Cheksern Young Builders Sdn Bhd; Kuala Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in Kuala Selangor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs, conduct site inspections, and handle tender submissions. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying. Responsibilities include measuring site discrepancies, preparing tender documents, and ensuring all projects are completed within budget and on time. This role offers opportunities to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to meaningful construction projects.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in quantity surveying.
• Good knowledge of construction methods and regulations.
• Broad range of building and managerial skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site measurements and identify discrepancies.
• Prepare tender submissions and ensure completeness.
• Manage and control project costs and documentation.

Skills

Knowledge of construction materials and methods

Building management skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Diploma or Degree in quantity surveying or relevant field

Job description

Duties & responsibilities;

• Visit the site location to get first-hand experience, perform site measurements and identify discrepancies between the plan/drawing and actual site measurements.
• Clarifying any possible discrepancies or misunderstandings and ensuring that our tender/quotations will be according to the clients requirementsli>
• Breakdown BQ according to trades/contractors/suppliers.
• To brief our contractors and suppliers to ensure they understand the requirements and site conditions.
• Contributing to work planning, and briefing contract and project teams, contractors and suppliers.
• To perform cost analysis and compare with multiple quotations (minimum of 3).
• To perform value engineering and to provide alternatives in the form of construction methods and /or different choices of materials without compromising the design.
• To conduct the tender review and get approval from the tender committee before inking and tender submission.

To Ensure The Tender Submission Is Complete

• Cover Letter
• Tender Deposit / Earnest Money
• Inking of Tender without any spelling nor arithmetical errors
• Work Programme
• Project Organization Chart
• Tender qualifications ( if needed)
• Schedule of Rates
• Proof of submission (Transmittal Letter stamped with company chop, date and time)
• Coordinate the negotiation, bidding/tendering, execution and compliance of all contracts.
• To prepare and attend tender interviews, clarifying any other discrepancies if any or any lack of information.
• Attending to tender addendums and tender questionnaires.
• To issue work orders to selected contractors/suppliers.
• To verify work progress at the site before submitting for progress claim (as per the condition of the contract) and progress payment.
• To document any variation orders and submit quotations for approval (supported by SI/AI/EI/CVI or any other supporting documents).
• Ensure all works and any additional works at every stage of a project are reviewed, approved and completed on time, within budget and to the correct standard.
• To compile and prepare all documentation needed to submit for Final Claim and Final Payment.
• To claim for release of retention sum (1st Moiety) upon completion of the contract.
• To claim for release of final retention sum (2nd Moiety) upon release of CMGD.
• To manage and control all costs associated with the project.
• Supplying documents and information to resolve disputes if any.

Skills & qualification;

• A least a Diploma or Degree holder in quantity surveying or a relevant field.
• A minimum of 2 years experience in quantity surveying
• Good knowledge of construction materials and methods.
• A clear understanding of the construction industrys laws and regulations.
• Have a broad range of building, managerial and communication skills, along with sound commercial awareness.