Construction Quantity Surveyor

S.A E&C Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Singapore is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to handle various tasks including taking off from drawings, preparing tender prices, and liaising with contractors. The ideal candidate should possess a Diploma in Quantity Surveying and have excellent interpersonal skills. Familiarity with Microsoft Office is necessary. Candidates with all levels of experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must have good interpersonal/social skills for communication and negotiation.
• A good understanding of construction drawings is essential.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel, is required.

Responsibilities

• Take off and measure quantities from construction drawings.
• Prepare prices at pre-contract/tender stage.
• Coordinate and gather relevant information for tender prices.

Skills

Reading and understanding construction drawings

Interpersonal skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Education

Minimum Diploma in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Overview

S. A E & C (S) PTE LTD

Quantity Surveyor

Salary range – S$4,000.00 to S$6,000.00

Responsibilities

• To take off and measure quantities from construction drawings
• To prepare prices at pre-contract / tender stage in order for timely submission of tender
• To coordinate and gather information relevant to preparation of tender prices in order to account for any variables
• To attend meetings with potential clients during tender phase to gather more information necessary on scope of works and other concerns or information
• To prepare Progress Claims and all other necessary documents for claim submission
• To liaise with the construction team on accurate quantity of work done for monthly claim
• To accurately demarcate work done areas on construction drawings to clearly inform the main-contractor
• To thoroughly check any subcontractor claims before issuing timely Payment Response / Payment Certificate
• To attend meetings with main-contractors, and / or sub-contractors, for discussions on any discrepancies to work done quantity or additional works (Variation)
• To liaise with main-contractor contracts team on scope of work matters and to disseminate accurate information to our construction team
• To thoroughly check and prepare Final Accounts for completed projects for main-contractors, and also to sub-contractors who have completed their scope of works
• To assist the Contracts Manager and/or Senior Quantity Surveyor of any contractual or Progress Claim / Payment Certificates matters
• To report all Progress Claims and Payment Response / Payment Certificates from both main-contractors and subcontractors to the Managing Director and General Manager in advance before respective response dates
• Any other ad hoc duties assigned by the General Manager or the Managing Director

Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Quantity Surveying or above
• Candidates of all experience levels are welcome
• Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word & Excel in particular)
• Able to read and understand construction drawings
• Must have good interpersonal / social skills to explain, communicate, liaise, negotiate with the Managing Director, own construction team, main-contractors and/or subcontractors

Expectations

• Have good work ethics and shows camaraderie with other employees
• Have good presentation skills (Organized and neat in preparing documents)
• Have good interpersonal skills
• Have good reporting skills to top management
• Is self-motivated and willing to learn
• Able to perform in challenging environments
• Values respect, responsibility and humility

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications and requirements may email their resumes.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified