Senior Quantity Surveyor

crest megaway; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The candidate should have 5–8 years of QS experience, a relevant degree, and preferred MRICS/RICS accreditation. You will lead junior staff and liaise with clients and consultants to protect project value and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying or related field; professional accreditation preferred (MRICS/RISM).
• 5–8 years' progressive QS experience, preferably in main contracting, subcontracting, or consultancy.
• Knowledge of PAM, CIDB, PWD/JKR and FIDIC forms; SST and tax understanding is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Cost reporting, CVR, cash flow forecasts, and cost-to-complete projections.
• Budget control to minimize costs and maximize revenue without compromising quality.
• Value engineering opportunities during pre-construction and execution phases.

Skills

Cost reporting

Forecasting

Budget control

Value engineering

Tendering

Contract management

Risk management

Variations handling

Claims handling

Team supervision

Stakeholder relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS / RICS preferred

Job description

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Senior QS)

We are a leading construction / property development firm known for delivering high-profile projects with excellence. We are currently expanding our commercial team and looking for a driven, experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the financial and contractual management of our upcoming developments.

We are seeking for a proactive and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of project lifecycles from pre-contract procurement through to final account settlement. You will manage financial risks, optimize project profitability, oversee subcontractor packages, and mentor junior surveying staff.

1. Key Responsibilities & Job Scope

Cost Reporting & Forecasting: Prepare and manage accurate Cost-Value Reconciliations (CVR), monthly cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and "cost-to-complete" projections.

Budget Control: Monitor project expenditures to ensure costs are kept to a minimum and revenue is maximized without compromising quality or relationships.

Value Engineering: Identify opportunities for cost savings and alternative construction methods during pre-construction and execution phases.

B. Contract Administration & Procurement

Tendering & Procurement: Manage the procurement process for subcontractors and suppliers, including drafting tender packages, evaluating bids, and negotiating terms.

Contract Management: Administer various standard forms of contract (e.g., FIDIC, JCT, NEC, ICE) and ensure compliance with all legal and commercial clauses.

Risk Management: Identify commercial risks in main contracts and supply chain agreements, and devise mitigation strategies.

C. Variations, Claims & Final Accounts

Change Management: Identify, price, submit, and negotiate variations, site instructions, and compensation events with clients.

Claims Defense/Preparation: Formulate and evaluate complex contractual claims for extension of time (EOT) or loss and expense.

Final Accounts: Negotiate and settle interim valuations, subcontractor payments, and project Final Accounts with all stakeholders.

Team Supervision: Guide, mentor, and oversee junior Quantity Surveyors and commercial support staff.

Stakeholder Relations: Act as the primary commercial point of contact for clients, consultants, and senior management, fostering strong professional relationships.

2. Requirements & Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field. BQSM/RISM membership or MRICS accreditation is an advantage.

Experience: Minimum 5 to 8 years of progressive experience in quantity surveying, with a significant portion spent in a senior or independent project-running capacity (within main contracting, subcontractor environments, or consultancy). Preferably from Consultant firm.

Sound knowledge of standard and bespoke forms of contract, including PAM, CIDB, PWD/JKR and FIDIC.

Experience in tendering and procurement, direct purchase arrangements, variations, claims, progress payments, cost reporting, forecasting and final accounts.

Working knowledge of SST, withholding tax, stamp duty and CIDB requirements applicable to construction contracts.

Strong commercial awareness, analytical and numerical skills, with close attention to detail.

Effective communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Professional Certification: Professional chartership or working towards it (e.g., RICS, RISM, ICE, or equivalent local bodies) is heavily preferred.

Incorporated on 2004, our business include 1. Property Development, 2. Mall Management, 3. Carpark Management, 4. Building Construction. We manage one of the first shopping complex in Kota Kinabalu known as "Kompleks Karamunsing" which are popular among the locals especially for IT and Electronic goods.