Senior Quantity Surveyor

Ark Empire; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Shah Alam is seeking a QS Executive Support professional with at least 3 years of QS experience, particularly in interior fit-out projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting issues, guiding QS Executives, and ensuring compliance with QS SOPs. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are essential. The role offers benefits including annual leave, medical insurance, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Medical Insurance

Company Trip

Training Provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of QS experience in interior fit-out.
• Demonstrated experience in team support or mentoring.
• Confident in reading technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Guide QS Executives in troubleshooting project challenges.
• Review work outputs and provide corrections.
• Ensure adherence to QS SOPs.

Skills

Team support

Problem-solving

Communication

Cost planning

Education

Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Act as the first line of guidance and support for QS Executives on day-to-day issues, especially during project or technical challenges.

Work closely with the QS Manager to align priorities and uphold departmental standards.

Assist in troubleshooting QS-related problems and help the QS Executives develop clear, practical solutions.

Review QS Executive work outputs (quotations, VO, PO, Forecast, etc.) and provide correction and direction as needed.

Actively monitor and enforce adherence to QS SOPs; immediately address any non-compliance and report serious gaps to the QS Manager.

Help foster a culture of accountability, communication, and continuous learning within the team.

Project Cost & Commercial Management

Prepare and/or review Bills of Quantities (BOQ), cost estimates, and budgets for interior fit-out projects.

Support Sales and Tendering processes through quotation comparison, pricing accuracy, and detailed cost breakdowns.

Manage and guide the preparation of Variation Orders (VOs), ensuring all site changes are properly recorded and justified.

Oversee subcontractor negotiations, quotations, and award process; validate scope before issuing POs or Work Orders.

Liaise with Procurement and Accounts teams to ensure accurate material coordination and payment tracking.

Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cash flows across multiple projects.

Process, Quality & Documentation

• Ensure QS documents and records are accurate, updated, and filed according to SOP standards.
• Highlight and correct any deviation from SOPs by QS Executives, with clear guidance and follow-up.
• Support the QS Manager in improving internal processes, tools, and systems.
• Identify recurring issues or inefficiencies and recommend long-term solutions.

Team Support & Troubleshooting

• Act as the first line of guidance and support for QS Executives on day-to-day issues, especially during project or technical challenges.
• Work closely with the QS Manager to align priorities and uphold departmental standards.
• Assist in troubleshooting QS-related problems and help the QS Executives develop clear, practical solutions.
• Review QS Executive work outputs (quotations, VO, PO, Forecast, etc.) and provide correction and direction as needed.
• Actively monitor and enforce adherence to QS SOPs; immediately address any non-compliance and report serious gaps to the QS Manager.
• Help foster a culture of accountability, communication, and continuous learning within the team.

Responsibility

• Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of QS experience in interior fit-out, with a preference for retail project background.
• Demonstrated experience in team support, project troubleshooting, or junior staff mentoring.
• Strong technical knowledge in cost planning, tendering, and variation handling.
• Confident in Microsoft Excel and reading technical drawings.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized, hands-on, and able to support a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong understanding of QS SOPs with the ability to guide others to comply.

Benefits

• Annual Leave
• Medical and Hospitalisation Leave
• EPF
• SOCSO
• Annual Bonus
• Medical Insurance
• Training Provided
• Company Trip