Senior QS / Contracts Engineerer

LINEAR CREST PETROLEUM SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LINEAR CREST PETROLEUM SDN. BHD. is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor/Contracts Engineer to join our Commercial & Contracts Department in Kuala Lumpur.

You will handle quantity surveying, cost management, contract administration for oil & gas EPC/EPCC projects, coordinating with project teams, clients, and subcontractors. The role requires a Bachelor's in Quantity Surveying and at least five years of relevant experience, with strong skills in take-offs, BOQ, VO, claims, and tender

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in Quantity Surveying, Cost Control, or Contracts Management.
• Experience in Oil & Gas, Pipeline, or Onshore projects is preferred.
• Experience in both Pre-Contract and Post-Contract stages of EPC, EPCC, EPCM, or EPCIC projects is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of quantity surveying, progress claims, Variation Orders, and contract administration.
• Experience in managing client claims and subcontractor claims.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and relevant QS software.
• Good communication, negotiation, analytical, and coordination skills.
• Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Additional language skills are an advantage for effective communication with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Able to work independently and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Willing to travel to project sites when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and verify quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and cost estimates.
• Prepare, review, and submit progress claims to clients.
• Manage Variation Orders (VO), including cost evaluation and supporting documentation.
• Review subcontractor quotations, awards, and payment applications.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and commercial performance.
• Assist in tender preparation, pricing, and commercial evaluations.
• Manage contractual correspondence and maintain proper contract documentation.
• Prepare final accounts and support project close-out activities.
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, and subcontractors on QS and commercial matters.
• Support the Commercial & Contracts Department in contract administration activities.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost control

Contracts management

Microsoft Excel

QS software

Communication skills

Negotiation

English language

Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

QS software

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (QS) / Contracts Engineer to join our Commercial & Contracts Department.

The successful candidate will be responsible for quantity surveying, cost management, contract administration, and commercial activities for engineering and construction projects, particularly in the Oil & Gas and EPC/EPCC sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and verify quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and cost estimates.

Prepare, review, and submit progress claims to clients.

Manage Variation Orders (VO), including cost evaluation and supporting documentation.

Review subcontractor quotations, awards, and payment applications.

Monitor project costs, budgets, and commercial performance.

Assist in tender preparation, pricing, and commercial evaluations.

Manage contractual correspondence and maintain proper contract documentation.

Prepare final accounts and support project close-out activities.

Coordinate with project teams, clients, and subcontractors on QS and commercial matters.

Support the Commercial & Contracts Department in contract administration activities.

Job Requirements

Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in Quantity Surveying, Cost Control, or Contracts Management.

Experience in Oil & Gas, Pipeline, or Onshore projects is preferred.

Experience in both Pre-Contract and Post-Contract stages of EPC, EPCC, EPCM, or EPCIC projects is an added advantage.

Strong knowledge of quantity surveying, progress claims, Variation Orders, and contract administration.

Experience in managing client claims and subcontractor claims.

Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and relevant QS software.

Good communication, negotiation, analytical, and coordination skills.

Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Additional language skills are an advantage for effective communication with subcontractors and project stakeholders.

Able to work independently and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Willing to travel to project sites when required.

Preferred Candidate

Candidates with strong QS technical knowledge and hands‑on experience in commercial and contract administration for EPC, EPCC, EPCM, or EPCIC projects will be given preference.