Senior Quantity Surveyor & Tender Manager (Electrical)

HAPPY LITE ELECTRICAL SDN BHD; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HAPPY LITE ELECTRICAL SDN BHD is expanding its Tender & Contract / QS Department, seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to handle pre- and post-contract activities, cost estimation, procurement coordination, and final accounts. The role may involve leading a small team and steering commercial strategy to ensure project profitability.

You will review drawings, prepare tender pricing for electrical works, negotiate with suppliers, and manage cost control across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical contracting (residential, commercial, or industrial).
• Strong understanding of electrical installation scope, measurement and costing.
• Knowledge of contract law and standard forms (PAM, JKR, CIDB, FIDIC).
• Proven experience as Estimator, QS, or Pre-Contract Manager in electrical/ M&E.
• Proficient in tendering, contract administration, and project cost control.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills; proficient in Excel for modeling.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review tender drawings, specs, and BOQ to determine project scope.
• Prepare cost estimates and tender pricing for electrical works (MV, LV, ELV, lighting, power).
• Source and evaluate supplier quotations; negotiate pricing.
• Prepare tender documents and submission packages.
• Attend tender interviews and liaise with consultants or clients.
• Review contract terms; manage commercial risks and correspondence.
• Estimate costs for labour, materials, equipment for M&E services.
• Monitor expenditure, cost control, and provide financial reporting.
• Prepare cost reports, valuations, forecasts for M&E projects.
• Identify cost savings and risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide monthly cost reports and profitability analysis.
• Lead and supervise QS and tender staff.
• Review/approve cost estimates, submissions, and documents.
• Develop SOPs, pricing strategies, and cost databases.
• Advise management on commercial matters.
• Participate in strategic tender planning and negotiation.

Skills

Tendering

Cost estimation

Contract management

Electrical contracting

MS Office/Excel

Negotiation

Team leadership

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HAPPY LITE ELECTRICAL SDN BHD is expanding its Tender & Contract / QS Department, seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to handle pre- and post-contract activities, cost estimation, procurement coordination, and final accounts. The role may involve leading a small team and steering commercial strategy to ensure project profitability.

You will review drawings, prepare tender pricing for electrical works, negotiate with suppliers, and manage cost control across multiple projects.