SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR/SENIOR CONTRACTS EXECUTIVE

CITAGLOBAL BERHAD; Kuching; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Kuching, Sarawak is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage contractor and subcontractor relations. The role involves sourcing quotations, preparing cost evaluations, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, and 5-7 years of construction experience. This position requires strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of working experience in construction industry.
• Working experience in contractor/consultant environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing quotations and negotiate prices from Suppliers and Subcontractors.
• Prepare evaluation report for award of works, trade, materials, and equipment.
• Prepare cost estimates and technical documentation for tender bidding.

Skills

Good communication & negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Resourceful

Proactive

Education

Bachelor in Quantity Surveying, Building Technology or Civil Engineering

Job description

REPORTING TO

Contracts Manager/Assistant Manager

DEPARTMENT

Tender, Contract & Purchasing

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Sourcing quotations/prices from Suppliers and Subcontractors and negotiate to secure best price within budgeted cost.
• Prepare cost comparison evaluation/quotation/tender evaluation report prior to award of works/trade/materials/equipment to Suppliers and/or subcontractors according to Limit of Authority.
• Prepare taking-off quantities, BOQ and cost estimates including Built up rates as and when required.
• Prepare commercial pricing and technical documentation proposal for tender bidding submission to Clients and ensure completeness and accuracy of documents as per tender checklist required.
• Check and verify Subcontractors’/Suppliers’ payments certification are in order prior to approval including tracking status of payment certification are within the window period.
• Verify sub-contractors’ claims including any Variation Orders (VO) and prepare VO management paper for approval according to Limit of Authority.
• Prepare Final Account claims for submission to Client and subcontractors’ Final Account Statement complete with its supporting documents.
• Prepare and monitor upstream progress claims’ submission including following up on payment certificates and payments collection.
• To request and liaise with purchasing on materials procurement and to monitor delivery of materials, recording & compiling of invoices & delivery notes.
• To liaise with consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and clients on all matters related to contractual obligations / entitlements.
• To assist on all commercial and contractual matters with clients and subcontractors.
• To compile all related documents for EOT claim submission and to issue notice of delay in accordance with Main/Sub Contracts documents.
• To compile all related documents for Loss and Expense claims or EOT submission to Clients.
• Assist project site team to comply with proper documentation on all report/data submission for approval / filing, joint measurements and etc.
• Any other tasks as assigned by superior.

Pre-Contract

• To understand and identify the scope, terms and conditions of the Tender.
• Assist in preparation of tender cost for tender submission prior to management approval.
• Review the tender estimate based on historical database, Subcontractors’ proposals and site conditions.
• Coordinate with Technical Department in value engineering for alternative proposal.
• Review and ensure all documentation for tender submissions are in order as per checklist.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Qualification & Experience

• Possess a Bachelor in Quantity Surveying or Building Technology/ or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 - 7 year(s) of working experience in construction industry.
• Possess working experience in contractor/consultant environment would be an advantage.

Knowledge

• Possess knowledge in standard purchasing and subcontracting terms in the industry.
• Compliance philosophies & code of ethics.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 is an advantage.

Skills

• Possess pleasant interpersonal skill, good communication & negotiation skills.
• Possess analytical abilities & good team player.
• Resourceful, trustworthy and proactive.

Other requirement

• Able to adapt to changes to meet commitments and deadlines.
• Preferably candidates from East Malaysia.
• Willing to be based in Kuching, Sarawak.

You may view our website at www.citaglobal.my for more information about company. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.