Quantity Surveyor: Cost Control, Tenders & Contracts

Private Advertiser; George Town; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Penang. You will prepare quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities, cost estimates, and tender documents for diverse projects.

You'll analyse drawings and specifications, monitor costs, prepare variation orders and claims, and assist with progress payments and final accounts. Proficiency in Glodon software and MS Excel is desirable, with strong communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in quantity surveying or construction.
• Strong knowledge of take-off, cost estimation, tendering and variation claims.
• Proficient with MS Office, especially Excel.
• Able to read drawings and contracts; good negotiation and communication skills.
• Willing to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quantity take-offs and Bills of Quantities.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Prepare and evaluate tenders and quotations.
• Monitor project costs and provide cost reports.
• Prepare variation orders and claims.
• Assist with progress payments, certification, and final accounts.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, suppliers on commercial matters.
• Maintain project cost documentation.
• Use Glodon software for take-off and estimation.
• Perform other QS-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

Cost estimation

Tendering

Variation claims

Contract administration

Excel

Drawings interpretation

Communication

Negotiation

Travel ready

Education

Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Glodon software

Job description

Private Advertiser in Malaysia seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Penang. You will prepare quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities, cost estimates, and tender documents for diverse projects.

You'll analyse drawings and specifications, monitor costs, prepare variation orders and claims, and assist with progress payments and final accounts. Proficiency in Glodon software and MS Excel is desirable, with strong communication and negotiation skills.