Quantity Surveyor

Hayat Ali & Co.; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Communication support

Job summary

Hayat Ali & Co. is looking for a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join their project teams in Islamabad, Pakistan. The role involves delivering medium- to large-scale civil infrastructure projects, emphasizing cost control, contract administration, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying, and strong skills in preparing detailed estimates and reports.

Benefits include accommodation and communication support.

Qualifications

• Experience with contract administration and preparing interim/final accounts.
• Knowledge of standard measurement methods.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and payment certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed BOQs and material estimates from drawings.
• Measure quantities on-site to support tendering.
• Assess contractor claims and produce recommendations.
• Administer contracts ensuring compliance with terms.
• Collaborate with teams to monitor costs and reduce waste.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.

Skills

3+ years' experience in civil/infrastructure quantity surveying

Proven experience preparing BOQs and cost estimates

Competence with quantity surveying software

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Tools

Excel for cost analysis

Job description

Job Description

Company: Hayat Ali & Co

Location: Islamabad, Pakistan (On-site)

Employment type: Full-Time, Morning Shift

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join project teams delivering medium- to large-scale civil infrastructure projects (roads, water, power, solar, stadiums, water supply & sewerage). The role focuses on cost control, contract administration and timely financial reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare detailed BOQs, take-offs and material estimates from drawings and specifications
• Measure quantities on-site and from design documents to support tendering and variation assessments
• Prepare cost estimates, budget reconciliations and cash flow projections for project milestones
• Assess and evaluate contractor claims, variations, change orders and extensions of time; produce substantiated recommendations
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with terms, conditions and procurement procedures
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and procurement to monitor costs, reduce waste and identify value engineering opportunities
• Maintain accurate, auditable records and reports

Job Specification

Must have

• 3+ years' experience in civil/infrastructure quantity surveying (roads, water, power)
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience preparing BOQs, take-offs and detailed cost estimates
• Knowledge of standard measurement methods (e.g., SMM or locally accepted standards)
• Experience with contract administration, valuation of variations and preparing interim/final accounts
• Competence with quantity surveying software and MS Office (especially Excel for cost analysis and cash flow modelling)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and schedules
• Familiarity with procurement processes, subcontract management and payment certification

Preferred

• Professional certification (e.g., PQS or relevant local accreditation)

Job Rewards and Benefits

Accomodation,Communication