Quantity Surveyor (Junior / Executive Level)

CHEC Construction (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

CHEC Construction (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is seeking a Junior/Executive Quantity Surveyor to assist in cost estimation and tender preparation for construction projects in Kuala Lumpur. You will review tender documents and support the QS team in costing activities, coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Quantity Surveying, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with MS Office and QS software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Strong analytical and numerical abilities for cost estimation.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates and Bills of Quantities during tendering for construction projects.
• Review tender documents, specs, and drawings to identify scope and costing.
• Carry out quantity take-offs and prepare Bills of Quantities from drawings.
• Source quotations from subcontractors and suppliers for various work packages.
• Develop unit rates and cost build-ups for tender submissions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quantity Surveying software

Job description

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Quantity Surveyor (Junior / Executive Level)

This role involves assisting in preparing cost estimates and Bills of Quantities (BQ) during the tendering stage for construction projects, reviewing tender documents and specifications, and supporting the Quantity Surveying team in coordinating tender submissions.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates and Bills of Quantities (BQ) during the tendering stage for construction projects


• Review tender documents, specifications, and drawings to identify relevant scope and costing requirements


• Assist in carrying out quantity take-offs and preparing Bills of Quantities based on project drawings and specifications


• Assist in sourcing and obtaining quotations from subcontractors and suppliers for various work packages


• Assist in developing unit rates and cost build-ups for tender submissions


• Evaluate and compare quotations from subcontractors and suppliers to support tender pricing and cost analysis


• Maintain and update costing databases, supplier information, and subcontractor records


• Support the QS team in coordinating and preparing tender submissions within the required timeline


• Develop a basic understanding of construction methodologies, work sequences, and resource planning for project costing


• Assist in reviewing construction schedules and resource allocation to support tender and costing activities

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field


• 3 years of relevant experience preferred; candidates with less experience but strong technical knowledge may also be considered


• Basic knowledge of Quantity Surveying principles, construction practices, and industry standards


• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with Quantity Surveying software or relevant costing tools


• Good analytical, problem-solving, and numerical skills


• Good communication and interpersonal skills


• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment