Lead Quantity Surveyor – Cost Estimation & Control

Newcore Industries International Inc; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcore Industries International Inc is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to lead cost estimation, budgeting, and commercial governance across projects in the Philippines. The role demands strong leadership, accurate cost control, and clear reporting to management.

You will oversee BOQ preparation, contract administration, and coordination with clients and subcontractors, ensuring projects stay within approved budgets and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying or cost management.
• 3-5 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation, quantity Take-offs, BOQ prep, and cost control.
• Experience in contract administration, variation orders, and commercial management.
• Proficient in MS Excel and relevant QS software.
• Strong leadership, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and review of project cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans.
• Ensure accurate quantity take-offs, material estimates, and cost calculations.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and scope of work.
• Monitor project expenses and ensure budgets are respected.
• Identify potential cost overruns and propose cost-saving measures.
• Prepare regular cost reports and updates for management.
• Review contracts, BOQ, and project-related commercial documents.
• Evaluate variation orders, claims, and additional work requests.
• Coordinate with clients and subcontractors regarding costs and contractual matters.
• Lead, supervise, and guide the Quantity Surveying team.
• Review and approve cost estimates, reports, and QS deliverables.
• Monitor team performance and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Work with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement, and departments.
• Coordinate with suppliers for quotations and cost evaluations.
• Participate in project meetings with cost-related recommendations.
• Maintain BOQs, cost reports, and project records and present updates to management.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

MS Excel

QS software

Job description

Newcore Industries International Inc is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to lead cost estimation, budgeting, and commercial governance across projects in the Philippines. The role demands strong leadership, accurate cost control, and clear reporting to management.

You will oversee BOQ preparation, contract administration, and coordination with clients and subcontractors, ensuring projects stay within approved budgets and deliverables.