Senior Quantity Surveyor (Interior Design & Build)

BALENS GROUP SDN. BHD.; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Balens Group SDN. BHD. seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead cost planning, procurement, and commercial execution for interior design & build projects. You will manage budgets, prepare BOQs, and monitor expenditures across pre- and post-contract activities.

The role requires strong site exposure to residential interior design projects, ability to review drawings, value engineering, and close collaboration with Sales, Project Managers, Site Teams and Management to safeguard margins.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential interior design & build, renovation, or construction environments.
• Solid understanding of construction costing, measurement, procurement, and contract administration.
• VO pricing, claims handling, and final account preparation.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Contract & Cost Planning: prepare preliminary estimates and budgets; prepare project quotations; review drawings for cost implications; prepare Bills of Quantities and cost breakdowns; support tender strategy and contractor selection.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

MS Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Interior Design & Build)

Balens Group operates as a design & build group delivering interior design & build, renovation, and building works across residential and selected workspace projects under the IDX platform.

We manage projects end-to-end - from cost planning and procurement through construction and final account closure. As our projects grow in scale and commercial complexity, we are expanding our QS function and are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor who can take strong ownership of project costing and commercial execution.

About the Role

This is a full-scope Quantity Surveying role covering both pre-contract and post-contract responsibilities.

You will manage project costs, procurement, and commercial matters while working closely with Sales Consultants, Project Managers, Site Teams, Designers, and Management to ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets and margins.

This role is suitable for a QS with solid site exposure and a background in residential interior design projects who is ready to handle projects with a high level of responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

A. Pre-Contract & Cost Planning

Prepare preliminary cost estimates and budgets based on drawings, specifications, and client requirements.

Work closely with Sales Consultants and Designers to prepare project quotations.

Review design drawings and highlight cost implications, risks, and value engineering opportunities.

Prepare Bills of Quantities (BQ), schedules of rates, and detailed cost breakdowns.

Support tender strategy, tender evaluation, and contractor/vendor selection.

B. Contract Administration & Procurement

Prepare and review contracts, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements.

Manage procurement processes including sourcing, price comparison, negotiation, and appointment of vendors/subcontractors.

Ensure contractual scope, pricing, and terms are clearly defined and aligned with project requirements.

Monitor project cost against approved budgets and report cost variance regularly.

Prepare and certify progress claims, payment recommendations, and cost reports.

Evaluate and prepare Variation Orders (VO), including pricing, justification, and approval submissions.

Track commitments, cash flow, and forecast final project costs.

D. Project Support & Coordination

Work closely with Sales Consultants, Project Managers, Site Managers, Designers, and Consultants to ensure cost alignment throughout project execution.

Provide cost advice and commercial input during project meetings and site coordination.

Identify potential commercial risks and propose mitigation measures early.

E. Post-Contract & Final Account

Prepare and negotiate final accounts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Ensure all contractual claims, variations, and cost adjustments are properly documented and closed.

Support project close-out and handover from a commercial perspective.

F. Team Support & Process Improvement

Guide and review work produced by Junior QS / QS Executives where required.

Ensure compliance with company SOPs, cost control procedures, and approval matrix.

Contribute to improvement of QS systems, templates, and cost databases.

Support management in commercial reporting and cost analysis.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

Experience in residential interior design & build, renovation, or construction environments is a must.

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.

Minimum 5-6 years of relevant working experience in quantity surveying.

Proven exposure to both pre-contract and post-contract QS functions.

Strong understanding of construction costing, measurement, procurement, and contract administration.

Solid knowledge of VO pricing, claims handling, and final account preparation.

Ability to interpret architectural, structural, M&E, and interior drawings.

Good understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and site valuation.

Software & Tools

Proficient in Microsoft Excel for cost tracking, analysis, and reporting.

Familiarity with QS or costing software is an advantage.

Basic ability to read and measure from AutoCAD drawings.

Key Attributes

Strong commercial mindset and cost awareness.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Confident communication and negotiation skills.

Accountable, ethical, and firm in handling contractual matters.

Able to work independently and manage multiple projects.

What You'll Get

Exposure to full QS lifecycle, not just tender pricing.

Opportunity to handle real project responsibility in an ID & Build environment.

Clear growth path toward Senior Quantity Surveyor as performance and experience grow.

Structured systems, SOPs, and management support.

At Balens Design, we believe in transforming houses into dream homes. Founded with a passion for creating spaces that reflect individuality, we specialize in interior design for landed homes, where elegance meets functionality.

Guided by our philosophy, "Tailored Elegance for Dream Living," we take pride in crafting bespoke living spaces that harmonize aesthetics and practicality. Our expertise lies in understanding the unique challenges of landed properties and delivering designs that resonate with our clients' personal style and aspirations.

Join us in redefining interior design and become part of a team that transforms spaces, surpasses expectations, and enriches lives.

At Balens Design, we believe in transforming houses into dream homes. Founded with a passion for creating spaces that reflect individuality, we specialize in interior design for landed homes, where elegance meets functionality.

Guided by our philosophy, "Tailored Elegance for Dream Living," we take pride in crafting bespoke living spaces that harmonize aesthetics and practicality. Our expertise lies in understanding the unique challenges of landed properties and delivering designs that resonate with our clients' personal style and aspirations.

Join us in redefining interior design and become part of a team that transforms spaces, surpasses expectations, and enriches lives.