Senior Quantity Surveyor (PG)

ZIG ZAG BUILDERS (M) SDN. BHD.; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and project management company is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to prepare project documentation, track design changes, and monitor project costing. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying and at least 5 years of experience in the construction industry. Strong interpersonal, communication, and financial management skills are essential. This role involves responsibilities in both pre and post-tendering works, along with collaboration across teams to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Possess 5 years of proven experience in a similar industry or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement methodologies, and cost control techniques.
• Excellent numerical and financial management skills, as well as exceptional communication and negotiation skills are highly a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project bill of quantity, costing, quotation/tender documents to customers.
• Track changes to the design and adjust budget projections accordingly.
• Monitor project work to ensure compliance with the budget.
• Understand tender requirements and drawings.
• Prepare and submit performance management reports to the Commercial Manager.

Skills

Communication and negotiation

Good mathematical skills

Critical thinking

Statistical analysis

Time management

Collaboration and teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Prepare project bill of quantity, costing, quotation/tender documents to customers according to instruction given by Commercial Manager.

Track changes to the design and/or renovation works and adjust budget projections accordingly.

Monitor project work to ensure work is within project costing.

Understand tender requirements and drawings.

Execute all tasks given and be responsible for work performance.

Prepare and submit performance management reports to the Commercial Manager.

Identify areas of improvement based on the performance management report.

Implement company policy and departmental standard operating procedures as part of the Quality Management System.

Implement improvements in the Commercial and QS department.

Support other internal customers in operations to ensure products and services meet customer and other interested parties’ requirements.

Ensure proper document and record-keeping in Commercial and QS department.

Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent.

Experience

Possess 5 years of proven experience in a similar industry or construction industry.

Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement methodologies and cost control techniques.

Excellent numerical and financial management skills as well as exceptional communication and negotiation skills are highly a plus.

Able to work independently under stress, supervise, and communicate.

Able to handle pre & post tendering works, quotation, contract, administration of projects in execution, purchasing and preparing progress claim.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with consultants & contractors.

Skills

Communication and negotiation.

Good mathematical skills.

Critical thinking.

Statistical analysis.

Time management.

Collaboration and teamwork.

Application Questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as a quantity surveyor?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?

Zig Zag Builders (M) Sdn. Bhd. is a fast-growing construction and project management company under the reputable Signature Alliance Group (SAG), listed on Bursa Malaysia. SAG is a merger between Space Alliance Contracts (SAC) and Zig Zag Builders, combining expertise to deliver innovative, high-quality interior fit-out and construction solutions. Our operations span design, project management, manufacturing, and construction. With a collaborative culture and commitment to growth, we offer career opportunities for those passionate about building the future.