Quantity Surveyor

WEBEST SDN. BHD.; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WEBEST SDN BHD (317900-W) is a boutique developer with an impressive track record of successfully-executed projects across Malaysia. A qualified Quantity Surveyor will lead cost estimation, prepare BOQs, manage valuations and variations, and ensure contract compliance across diverse commercial, residential, and retail projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying or related field and 5+ years of QS experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD and cost-management techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, construction management or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in quantity surveying or cost consulting, preferably in the construction industry.
• Sound knowledge of construction industry practices, regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in cost estimation and cost management techniques.
• Knowledge of service guidelines, such as the National Building Code (NBC), ANSI/ASHRAE for HVAC, and LEED for green buildings.
• Familiarity with contract administration and legal aspects of construction projects.
• Understanding general contracting, design-build, package contracting, value-based project and loading margins and lumpsum in commercial fit-out, residential, hotel or retail projects.
• Experience working with AutoCAD and validating quantities from the given drawings.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with extraordinary negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for quantity surveying.

Responsibilities

• Understanding the client requirements and quantities take off as per marking and RCP drawings.
• Preparing BOQ (bill of quantities) by studying specification sheets from the sales team.
• Identifying gaps between BOQ and drawings, specifications and conditions of the contract and taking it for a logical closure.
• Monitor and control costs throughout the project, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Participation in the pre-tendering activities with client, architect and project managers and raising relevant pre-bid queries from the given tender.
• Preparing the initial quote and contract for the sales team from the company’s side.
• Coordination with the design team for analysing architectural and service drawings.
• Manage the valuation of work done and handle claims and variations.
• Preparing interim and final valuations, variations and claims of the construction site.
• Conduct feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimise project outcomes and achieve value for money.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost estimation

Contract administration

Negotiation

Multi-project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Understanding the client requirements and quantities take off as per marking and RCP drawings.

Preparing BOQ (bill of quantities) by studying specification sheets from the sales team.

Identifying gaps between BOQ and drawings, specifications and conditions of the contract and taking it for a logical closure.

Monitor and control costs throughout the project, identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Participation in the pre-tendering activities with client, architect and project managers and raising relevant pre-bid queries from the given tender.

Preparing the initial quote and contract for the sales team from the company’s side.

Coordination with the design team for analysing architectural and service drawings.

Manage the valuation of work done and handle claims and variations.

Preparing interim and final valuations, variations and claims of the construction site.

Conduct feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.

Collaborate with stakeholders to optimise project outcomes and achieve value for money.

Job Requirement:

Candidate must posses a Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, construction management or a related field.

5+ years of experience in quantity surveying or cost consulting, preferably in the construction industry.

Sound knowledge of construction industry practices, regulations and standards.

Proficiency in cost estimation and cost management techniques.

Knowledge of service guidelines, such as the National Building Code (NBC), ANSI/ASHRAE for HVAC, and LEED for green buildings.

Familiarity with contract administration and legal aspects of construction projects.

Understanding general contracting, design-build, package contracting, value-based project and loading margins and lumpsum in commercial fit-out, residential, hotel or retail projects.

Experience working with AutoCAD and validating quantities from the given drawings.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with extraordinary negotiation abilities.

Proficiency in relevant software and tools for quantity surveying.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have in the construction industry?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have in a contracts administration role?
• How many years' experience do you have as a quantity surveyor?
• Which of the following CAD software do you have experience with?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• Do you have experience preparing and submitting tenders?
• How many years of experience do you have in the Residential Building Industry?
• Which of these industries have you worked in?

WEBEST SDN BHD (317900-W) is a boutique developer with an impressive track record of successfully-executed projects for more than two decades.

Our reputation has been built on our ability to deliver on our promises and our integrity in the workplace. To date, our professional and qualified team has completed a variety of complex projects including shopping malls, research development facilities, and first-class office developments.

The heart of all our projects is strategic location. We promise to only offer up a finished product that can transform city centres and withstand the test of time. More than 20 years have passed since our inception and we are not stopping now. Here’s to 20 more amazing years to come!

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WEBEST SDN BHD (317900-W) is a boutique developer with an impressive track record of successfully-executed projects for more than two decades.

Our reputation has been built on our ability to deliver on our promises and our integrity in the workplace. To date, our professional and qualified team has completed a variety of complex projects including shopping malls, research development facilities, and first-class office developments.

The heart of all our projects is strategic location. We promise to only offer up a finished product that can transform city centres and withstand the test of time. More than 20 years have passed since our inception and we are not stopping now. Here’s to 20 more amazing years to come!

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