Assistant Manager, Quantity Surveying (Building Project)

Onion Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Onion Search Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks a seasoned Quantity Surveying Manager to lead a team in post-contract and procurement, ensuring budget control and timely final accounts. You will oversee claims, variations and EOT, while negotiating subcontractor terms and maintaining contract compliance across major projects.

The role requires a degree in QS or building, 5+ years in a managerial construction role, and proficiency in CostX/Glodon with strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Building with at least 5 years’ managerial experience in construction.
• Familiar with Singapore standard forms of contract (SIA, PSSCOC, REDAS).
• Proficient in MS Office and QS software (CostX, Glodon or similar).
• Excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Quantity Surveyors in post-contract and procurement administration for fast-track projects.
• Manage budgeting, cash flow and cost, process claims, contract payments and final accounts.
• Evaluate and negotiate subcontractor/supplier quotations; award contracts per budget.
• Administer progress claims, variations, EOT, and loss and expense claims.
• Prepare monthly cost and progress reports for financial tracking and forecasting.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors to resolve commercial issues and ensure contract compliance.
• Assist in contract reviews, procurement strategies and risk management.
• Evaluate and certify subcontractor payments and final accounts.
• Support value engineering and cost-saving initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with main contract terms, SIA, PSSCOC and local standards.
• Participate in site meetings, audits and project handovers; maintain proper documentation.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Building degree or equivalent

Tools

CostX

Glodon

Job description

Our client is in construction industry (Grade A1 Contractor/ Class 1 General Builder) and they provide full suite of integrated construction services and solutions in both the public and private sectors.

JOB DIMENSION (SCOPE)

• Lead a team of Quantity Surveyors in post-contract and procurement administration of fast-track projects.
• Involve in project budgeting, controlling of cash flow and cost, processing of claims, contract payments and settlement of final accounts
• Manage and evaluate subcontractor/supplier quotations, negotiate terms, and award contracts in line with project budgets.
• Administer and monitor contractual matters, including progress claims, variations, extension of time (EOT), and loss and expense claims.
• Prepare monthly cost and progress reports to support project financial tracking and forecasting.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve commercial issues and ensure contract compliance.
• Assist in contract reviews, procurement strategies, and risk management processes.
• Evaluate and certify subcontractor payments, VO submissions, and final accounts.
• Support value engineering and cost-saving initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with main contract terms, SIA, PSSCOC, and local regulatory standards.
• Participate in site meetings, audits, and final project handovers related to commercial deliverables.
• Maintenance of proper documentation.

REQUIREMENT

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Building or its equivalent with minimum 5 years’ relevant working experience at a managerial level in a construction firm
• Familiar with standard forms of contract used in Singapore (e.g. SIA, PSSCOC, REDAS).
• Good understanding of local construction costs, materials, and procurement practices.
• Strong knowledge in contract law, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and QS software (e.g., CostX, Glodon, or similar).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.