Tender Quantity Surveyor

Devex Incorporated; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Devex Incorporated seeks a Quantity Surveyor (Tender) to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for tender submissions by analyzing documents and defining project costs. You will build and maintain a cost database and collaborate with project teams to ensure bids are well-founded.

The role includes market research, detailed breakdowns, and attending pre-bid meetings, to support timely tender submissions and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Engineering/Quantity Surveying or related field.
• 1 year minimum experience in quantity surveying with tendering focus.
• Professional license and membership is advantageous but not required.
• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication to present complex information clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze tender documents, drawings, and specifications to understand project requirements and scope of works.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for all aspects of construction projects (materials, labor, overhead).
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cost database to support estimating.
• Conduct market research to obtain up-to-date pricing and cost trends.
• Provide detailed breakdowns and justifications for cost estimates for tender submissions.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, and stakeholders to gather information and clarify details.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project conditions.
• Communicate with internal teams and external clients to address queries or concerns.
• Maintain accurate tender documentation including estimates, correspondence, and changes.
• Ensure cost estimates comply with company standards, regulations, and client requirements.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Tendering experience

Cost estimation

Issue identification

Education

Engineering/Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Planswift

Bluebeam

Job description

About the role

The Quantity Surveyor (Tender) will play a crucial role in preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for tender submissions, ensuring that all aspects of projects' costs are thoroughly assessed and presented.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze tender documents, drawings, and specifications to understand project requirements and scope of works




• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for all aspects of construction projects, including materials, labor, and overhead costs




• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cost database to support accurate cost estimating




• Conduct market research to obtain up-to-date pricing information and assess cost trends




• Provide detailed breakdowns and justifications for cost estimates to support tender submissions




• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to gather necessary information and clarify project details




• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project conditions and requirements




• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external clients to address any queries or concerns




• Maintain accurate record of all tender documentation, including cost estimates, correspondence, and changes




• Ensure all cost estimates comply with company standards, industry regulations, and client requirements

About you

• Preferably with a degree/diploma in Engineering/Quantity Surveying, or any other related field




• At least 1 year of experience in quantity surveying, with a focus on tendering and cost estimation




• Professional license and membership with a recognized surveying organization is advantageous but not required




• Exceptional numerical and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail




• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely




• Strong organizational abilities with the capability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and meet tight deadlines




• Ability to identify potential issues and provide solutions




• Proficiency in estimating software (AutoCAd, Planswift, Bluebeam)