Senior Quantity Surveyor

Megabon; Makati; On-site; PHP 446,400 - 669,600; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage bids and project budgets in Makati, Philippines. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Civil Engineering and 3-5 years of experience in the Office Fit Out and Commercial sectors. Key responsibilities include coordinating with various teams, monitoring project budgets, and conducting feasibility analyses. Candidates must have strong communication skills and be capable of visiting different sites as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years experience in Office Fit Out, Joineries, Commercial and Hotel industry.
• Good experience in AutoCAD/MS Office and Planswift would be preferred but not essential.
• Able to act on own initiative and proactive way.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bids and project budget of construction projects.
• Collaborate closely with the Sales team to secure projects.
• Review bid tender documents to ensure compliance with project requirements.

Skills

Quantity Estimation

Communication skills

Knowledge in QS costing

AutoCAD

MS Office

Education

Graduate of Civil Engineering

Tools

Planswift

Job description

The Senior Quantity Surveyor (Arch/Structural) will oversee the bids and project budget of construction projects. This role requires a thorough understanding of project scope, cost estimation, and contract management to ensure successful project delivery. S/he will collaborate closely with the Sales team in securing projects. S/he will also work hand in hand with the procurement department in getting vendors/subcontractors. SQS will also collaborate with project management team and engineering to manage project budget, evaluate BOQ, and variation/change orders.

• Preparation of Bill of Quantities and Bill of Materials.
• Quantity Estimation: Estimate quantities based on approved design, construction drawings, and actual site condition.
• Coordination: Collaborate with project management teams and the Engineering department to finalize and verify the actual scope of work on site.
• Scope and Specification Review: Review the scope of work, project timeline, drawings, and specifications to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Quantity Takeoff Management: Ensure that quantity takeoffs performed by the QS team meet the standards and project requirements.
• Project Budget Monitoring: Ensure that the project is within the budget based on approved BOQ and BOM.
• Change Order Monitoring: Monitor scope of work and other design changes as per actual project accomplishment and review if there are any additional scopes or variation order.
• Site Instruction Evaluation: Evaluate site instructions against planned costs, identify differences from the original contract scope, and submit finalized costs for approval by Cost Control and the company.
• Change Orders and Variations Assessment: Assess change orders and variations (for both subcontractors and clients) in accordance with the Contract Agreement.
• Payment Monitoring: Monitor the flow of payments to subcontractors in relation to budgeted quantities and actual work completed.
• Value Engineering: Review and assess complex and high-risk scopes of work for potential value engineering opportunities.
• Man Hour or Labor Cost Monitoring: Monitor weekly man hours against budgeted hours to ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Bid Tender Review: Review bid tender documents and client requirements to ensure comprehensive understanding and compliance in the project requirements for biddings.
• Vendor Evaluation: Evaluate material specifications and vendor/subcontractor pricing against project specifications.
• Project Monitoring: Monitor projects concerning budgeted costs, demand forecasts, and time overruns to ensure timely project execution.
• Feasibility Analysis: Analyze feasibility reports of various projects to identify bottlenecks and recommend solutions for timely completion.
• Technical and Commercial Coordination: Coordinate technical and commercial meetings with clients and subcontractors to align project objectives.
• Joint Surveys: Conduct joint site surveys to verify actual work done and assess progress measurements aligned with finalized weekly progress percentages.
• Final Payment Preparation: Prepare deviation and variation statements for final contractor payments.
• Process Implementation: Implement processes with periodic reviews and recommendations for improvements to enhance business effectiveness.

• Educational background / Qualifications: Must be a graduate of Civil Engineer
• Work Experience required: At least 3-5 years experience in Office Fit Out, Joineries, Commercial and Hotel industry.
• Technical / Function Skills:
• Knowledge in QS costing
• A bility to recognize contractual obligations of both company and its subcontractors.
• Good Experience in AUTO CAD/MS Office and Planswift would be preferred but not essential.
• Able to review and measure the executed works.
• Good knowledge in detailed shop drawing, coordination drawings.
• Able to act on own initiative and proactive way.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Should be based in Makati, Philippines;
• Should be able to visit the different sites if need be