Quantity Surveyor (QS)

Radical Internetwork Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Radical Internetwork Sdn Bhd is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to drive pre-tendering, cost estimation, and bid preparation for electrical and infrastructure projects in Penang.

The role requires strong analytical capabilities, attention to detail, and the ability to produce competitive tender submissions while aligning with company objectives. Travel for site visits or client meetings within Penang and nearby areas may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in QS/CE/EE or related field.
• 2–5 years tendering, cost estimation, or pre-contract experience in construction.
• Proficient in Excel, AutoCAD, MS Project or CostX.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, Bills of Quantities, and tender documents.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and technical documents for scope and cost.
• Participate in pre-tender meetings, site assessments, and clarifications.
• Conduct rate analysis, benchmarking, and market surveys.
• Coordinate with engineers, procurement, and management on bid proposals.
• Manage tender docs, submission schedules, and client compliance.
• Support post-tender clarifications, negotiations, and value engineering.
• Maintain cost databases and historical project data.
• Assist in project handover to execution team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

CostX

Job description

The Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in securing new projects, focusing primarily on pre-tendering, cost estimation, and bid preparation for electrical and infrastructure works. This role requires strong analytical skills, market awareness, and attention to detail to ensure competitive and compliant tender submissions that align with company objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates, Bills of Quantities (BQ), and tender documents for pre-tender and bidding purposes.

Analyze drawings, specifications, and technical documents to identify scope, risks, and cost implications.

Participate in pre-tender meetings, site assessments, and clarifications to ensure accurate costing and understanding of project requirements.

Conduct rate analysis, cost benchmarking, and market surveys for materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.

Coordinate with engineers, procurement, and management to prepare competitive bid proposals.

Manage tender documentation, submission schedules, and compliance with client requirements.

Support post-tender clarifications, negotiations, and value engineering proposals.

Maintain and update cost databases, supplier lists, and historical project data for continuous improvement of pricing strategies.

Assist in project handover to the execution team upon successful award, ensuring smooth transition of commercial information.

Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum 2-5 years of relevant experience in tendering, cost estimation, or pre-contract works within the construction, infrastructure, or electrical sector.

Strong understanding of project costing, procurement, and contract management.

Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and/or CostX.

Familiar with standard forms of contract (FIDIC, PAM, JKR).

Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Detail-oriented, able to work under tight tender deadlines, and perform effectively in a team environment.

Willing to travel for site visits or client meetings within Penang and nearby areas.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a growing company that plays a key role in national infrastructure and electrical projects.

Gain exposure to the end-to-end tendering process and contribute directly to project acquisition success.

Supportive and collaborative work culture with opportunities for career advancement.

Continuous professional development and on-the-job learning.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a quantity surveyor?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How would you rate your Mandarin language skills?

From humble origins, RISB is the collaborative creation of three professionals in the field of ICT infrastructure. Since our inception in 2010, we have always been ahead of the curve, constantly innovating and enhancing our skills to stay on top of the market. Originally specializing in ICT network infrastructure design and build, we have evolved into an Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) company to elevate our services.

Now an EPC company, we are heavily involved in delivering high quality and cost effective end-to-end engineering and ICT infrastructure services. We take pride in offering only the best outcomes - solutions that reflect our hard work & professionalism.

To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory / salary below minimum wage.