Senior Quantity Surveyor: Cost Control & Contracts

1498295-W; Sibu; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

1498295-W is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs, contracts and commercial performance from tender through final account. The role focuses on cost estimation, BOQs, measurements, variation orders and payments while maintaining robust documentation and client relationships.

The ideal candidate has experience in cost management, contract administration, and familiarity with QS software.

Qualifications

• Experience in quantity surveying, cost management or contract administration within construction.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation, bills of quantities, measurement and final accounts.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, contracts and commercial docs.
• Strong analytical, numerical, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Attention to detail with ability to manage multiple activities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office and QS or cost-management software.
• A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or related discipline is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project cost estimates, budgets and cost plans to support delivery within approved budgets.
• Prepare tender documents, review submissions, evaluate quotations and support contract negotiations.
• Prepare and verify Bills of Quantities, conduct quantity take-offs and ensure accurate measurement.
• Monitor project expenditure, analyse cost variations and provide cost reports.
• Prepare, review and verify progress claims, interim payments and payment certificates.
• Evaluate, prepare and monitor variation orders and changes.
• Review subcontractor and supplier quotations, evaluate claims and monitor payments.
• Prepare, negotiate and finalise project accounts on completion.
• Ensure all commercial documentation complies with project requirements and contract conditions.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal teams on commercial matters.
• Maintain accurate cost records, correspondence, claims, variations and payments.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost management

Commercial management

Contract administration

Analytical skills

Numerical ability

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quantity surveying software

Job description

1498295-W is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs, contracts and commercial performance from tender through final account. The role focuses on cost estimation, BOQs, measurements, variation orders and payments while maintaining robust documentation and client relationships.

The ideal candidate has experience in cost management, contract administration, and familiarity with QS software.