Quantity Surveyor (Singapore role)

Shimizu Corporation; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

SHIMIZU CORPORATION is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor in Malaysia to prepare cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans across project stages. You will monitor costs, administer contracts, evaluate claims, and manage tender processes with suppliers and subcontractors.

The role requires strong Excel and QS software skills, and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. You will provide cost advice, manage commercial risks, and contribute to final accounts and project

Qualifications

• Diploma/ Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Construction or Built Environment projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, contract administration, and procurement processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and QS-related software.
• Good communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans at various project stages.
• Monitor project costs and cash flow to ensure financial control.
• Administer contracts, including valuations, variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Assess and evaluate subcontractor and supplier claims and progress payments.
• Prepare tender documents, bills of quantities, and contractual documentation.
• Manage tender processes, including evaluation and recommendation of awards.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, consultants, and site teams.
• Provide cost advice and commercial support throughout the project.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Prepare regular cost reports, financial forecasts, and management updates.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, company policies, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare and agree on final accounts with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Support project close-out and handover processes.

Skills

Cost control

Contract administration

Procurement

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Independent work

Education

Diploma/ Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Excel

QS software

Job description

Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans at various project stages

Monitor project costs and cash flow to ensure financial control

Administer contracts, including valuations, variations, claims, and final accounts

Assess and evaluate subcontractor and supplier claims and progress payments

Prepare tender documents, bills of quantities, and contractual documentation

Manage tender processes, including evaluation and recommendation of awards

Negotiate contracts and pricing with subcontractors and suppliers

Work closely with project managers, engineers, consultants, and site teams

Provide cost advice and commercial support throughout the project

Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities

Prepare regular cost reports, financial forecasts, and management updates

Maintain accurate project documentation and records

Ensure compliance with contract terms, company policies, and statutory requirements

Prepare and agree on final accounts with clients, consultants, and subcontractors

Support project close-out and handover processes

Requirements

Diploma / Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Construction or Built Environment projects;

Good understanding of standard forms of contract

Strong knowledge of cost control, contract administration, and procurement processes

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and QS-related software

Good communication, negotiation, and analytical skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders

We are committed to conducting business with integrity and in full compliance with all applicable anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws. Successful candidates will be expected to uphold the Company's ethical standards and comply with all requirements set out in the Company's Compliance Policy.

SHIMIZU CORPORATION, founded in 1804, is one of the leading design-build general contractors in Japan. Over the two centuries since then, this company has developed into one of the top contractors in the world.

SHIMIZU CORPORATION ventured into Malaysia in 1982, constructing major buildings and infrastructure projects throughout Malaysia. Through 40 years of operations, we have contributed to the development of the country’s economy and its construction technology by introducing the latest high technology methods developed in Japan.

SHIMIZU CORPORATION, founded in 1804, is one of the leading design-build general contractors in Japan. Over the two centuries since then, this company has developed into one of the top contractors in the world.

SHIMIZU CORPORATION ventured into Malaysia in 1982, constructing major buildings and infrastructure projects throughout Malaysia. Through 40 years of operations, we have contributed to the development of the country’s economy and its construction technology by introducing the latest high technology methods developed in Japan.

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