Senior Quantity Surveyor (Buildings) – Measurement Center

AECOM; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Metro Manila is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor responsible for delivering accurate quantity take-offs and cost estimates. The role involves mentoring junior staff and ensuring high standards of measurement accuracy across multiple projects. Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years in quantity surveying, strong experience in cost estimation, and proficiency in QS software such as CostX and Revit. Experience on large-scale construction projects is desirable, and the position allows for a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in quantity surveying or measurement roles.
• Strong experience in quantity take-offs and BOQ preparation in both 2D and 3D.
• Familiarity with measurement standards like NRM or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates and budgets.
• Guide and mentor junior quantity surveyors.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

Cost estimation

BIM familiarity

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

CostX

Revit

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Quantity Surveyor is responsible for delivering accurate and timely quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and measurement outputs across multiple projects. The role supports the GCC business remotely, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency in measurement processes while supporting project teams with project delivery. The position also contributes to mentoring junior staff, improving workflows, and maintaining high standards of measurement accuracy in line with company and industry best practices.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Measurement & Quantity Take-Offs:
  • Prepare detailed and accurate quantity take-offs from drawings, specifications, and BIM models.
  • Develop Bills of Quantities (BOQs) in line with project requirements and standards.
  • Ensure all measurements comply with recognised measurement standards and methodologies.
  • Draft and issue RFIs.
  • Carry out design reviews to assist in the formulation of provisional sums.
• Cost Estimation & Analysis:
  • Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents.
  • Analyse project drawings and specifications to identify cost risks and opportunities.
  • Support cost and measurement exercises to optimise project costs.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Review and verify measurement outputs for accuracy and completeness.
  • Ensure consistency of data across multiple projects and teams.
  • Follow established processes, templates, and quality standards.
• Team Support & Mentorship:
  • Guide and mentor junior quantity surveyors and measurement staff.
  • Support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the team.
  • Assist in training new team members on systems and procedures.
• Systems & Process Improvement:
  • Utilise digital measurement tools and QS software effectively.
  • Contribute to improving measurement workflows and efficiency.
  • Support implementation of new technologies such as BIM-based measurement.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in quantity surveying or measurement roles.
• Strong experience in quantity take-offs and BOQ preparation in both 2D and 3D.
• Familiarity with measurement standards (e.g., NRM, POMI, or equivalent).
• Proficiency in QS software (e.g., CostX, Revit, or similar) is essential.
• Familiarity with BOQ descriptions in NRM 1 and POMI.
• Good understanding of construction methods.
• Experience working on large-scale construction projects.
• Middle East experience would be advantageous but not essential.
• Good verbal and written communication skills (English).
• Must be amenable to work night shift schedule and hybrid set-up of 3 days onsite work per week.

Attributes

• Ability to translate strategies and goals into actionable plans and measurable results. (Strategic Decision Making)
• Ability to drive to create experiences and opportunities that will lead to innovation. Ability to guide and influence others to navigate change. (Leading Change)
• Ability to oversee day-to-day operational requirements and varied projects that are aligned with the functional goals and objectives. (Operational Management)
• Ability to clearly define objectives and set medium to long-term targets for the team that are consistent with and compliant to service delivery agreements, key performance indicators, and policies. (Planning and Organising)
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with various internal and external clients globally. Ability to promote a culture of honest, open, and transparent communication. (Communication)
• Ability to maintain a high level of collaboration among multiple internal and external stakeholders to effectively arrive at solutions and develop initiatives. (Collaboration)
• Ability to identify and resolve varied and complex issues by applying best practices and technical expertise and has the ability to derive, develop, and recommend solutions for recurring and unique scenarios. (Problem Solving)
• Ability to gather, integrate, validate, and analyze a wide range of relevant data to develop and communicate resolutions, findings, and recommendations. (Analytical Thinking)
• Ability to monitor and measure progress and effectively drive individual and team results that support the overall goal of the team. Ability to provide regular feedback, guidance, and support to direct reports to achieve desired performance and output. (Results Oriented)

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.