Quantity Surveyor

PHirst Park Homes by Century Properties Group, Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

PHirst Park Homes by Century Properties Group, Inc. in Metro Manila is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to develop cost estimates, BOQs, and cost proposals for CSA projects in Manila.

You will oversee tendering, evaluate bids, and monitor contract compliance to protect project value. Candidates should hold a Civil Engineering or Architecture degree and be licensed, with at least three years in quantity surveying, cost estimation, and budget control in construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture.
• Licensed Civil Engineer or Licensed Architect.
• At least 3 years of experience in Quantity Surveying, cost estimation, cost control, and budget management in construction.
• Experience in CSA works for residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed-use development.
• Experience in tendering, contract administration, and project cost monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates and quantity take-offs for CSA works based on drawings, specs, and project requirements.
• Prepare and review BOQ, tender documents, and cost proposals for bidding and procurement.
• Oversee tendering process including bid evaluation and cost comparison.

Skills

Cost estimation

Quantity take-off

Tendering

Budget management

Contract administration

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

• Develop detailed cost estimates and quantity take-offs for Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) works based on approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BOQ), tender documents, and cost proposals for project bidding and procurement activities.
• Oversee the tendering process, including bid evaluation, cost comparison, and recommendation of contractors and suppliers.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with contract terms, project specifications, and commercial requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Evaluate, assess, and manage variation orders and change requests, ensuring proper documentation, cost justification, and approval processes are followed.
• Conduct cost analysis and value engineering studies to identify opportunities for cost optimization while maintaining project quality, safety, and performance standards.
• Monitor project costs, track budget utilization, and prepare regular cost reports to support project management and decision-making.
• Ensure all cost estimates, budgets, and project expenditures are aligned with current market rates and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture.
• Must be a Licensed Civil Engineer or Licensed Architect.
• At least three (3) years of relevant experience in Quantity Surveying, cost estimation, cost control, and budget management within the construction industry.
• Experience in Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) works for residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed-use development projects.
• Experience in tendering, contract administration, and project cost monitoring is an advantage.

Knowledge

• House and Land Development processes and construction methodologies.
• Quantity take-off, cost estimation, budgeting, and cost control principles.
• Contract administration, tendering, and procurement processes.
• Engineering and design software such as AutoCAD and other quantity surveying tools.
• Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Construction materials, methods, and current market pricing.
• Business Ethics and Corporate Governance Frameworks.

Skills

• Excellent cost estimation and quantity take-off skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Effective budget planning, monitoring, and cost control skills.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.