Senior Quantity Surveyor – Cost, Contracts & Value

CK Building; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage cost estimation, budget control, contract administration, risk management and ensuring projects meet budget, quality and legal standards.

You will prepare detailed BOQ and cost plans, analyze drawings, develop tender pricing, source supplier quotations, and monitor cash flow. Diploma or degree in QS/CM/CE with 3–4 years’ experience and strong Excel skills are required; Mandarin and English communication is essential for China-based clients.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 3-4 years’ experience in quantity surveying, estimation or tender pricing in construction.
• Familiarity with BOQs, cost estimation tools/software (e.g., Excel).
• Good understanding of construction methods, materials and contract basics.
• Strong numerical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills in Mandarin and English, both written and spoken as the role involves regular communication with China-based customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities (BOQ) and cost plans at various project stages.
• Analyze architectural and engineering drawings to determine project material, labor and equipment requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and advise on cost-effective building solutions.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and Bills of Quantities (BOQ) from architectural/structural drawings.
• Develop cost estimates and tender pricing for materials, labor, plant and subcontract works.
• Compile tender documents and assist with submission.
• Source, evaluate, and compare supplier/subcontractor quotations.
• Support value engineering to improve cost-efficiency.
• Identify risk items, exclusions, and commercial assumptions for tenders.
• Coordinate with design, technical, and procurement teams.
• Maintain cost databases and assist with commercial reporting.

Skills

Strong numerical

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mandarin

English

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage cost estimation, budget control, contract administration, risk management and ensuring projects meet budget, quality and legal standards.

You will prepare detailed BOQ and cost plans, analyze drawings, develop tender pricing, source supplier quotations, and monitor cash flow. Diploma or degree in QS/CM/CE with 3–4 years’ experience and strong Excel skills are required; Mandarin and English communication is essential for China-based clients.