Dynamic Quantity Surveyor: Cost Control & Contracts

WAN CHENG CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 39,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

WAN CHENG CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD. is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects in Singapore.

You will estimate costs, prepare tenders, administer contracts, and handle payment claims, variations, and final accounts, coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers. The ideal candidate has a Diploma/Degree in QS or related field with relevant experience, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and proficiency in MS Office

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in the construction industry is preferred.
• Good knowledge of construction contracts, cost estimation, tendering, and quantity measurement.
• Familiar with Progress Claims, Variation Orders, and Final Accounts.
• Good analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant QS software.
• Female candidates are preferred.
• Fluency in both English and Chinese is preferred.
• Candidates who can communicate effectively with Chinese-speaking clients, contractors, subcontractors, and workers will have an added advantage.
• Singapore construction industry experience will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and tender documents for construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements to ensure accurate pricing.
• Manage construction contracts and monitor contractual obligations.
• Review quotations, contracts, and commercial terms with contractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and assess progress claims and payment applications.
• Verify completed works and ensure accurate valuation of work done.
• Evaluate and manage Variation Orders (VO) and additional works.
• Monitor project costs and ensure expenditure remains within the approved budget.
• Review subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Negotiate prices and commercial terms where required.
• Maintain good working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and clients.
• Prepare and negotiate final accounts upon project completion.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, quotations, claims, variations, and other commercial documents.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tendering

Contract management

Payment processing

Variation orders

Final accounts

Negotiation

Communication

Organization

English & Chinese

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Construction Management degree

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

QS software

Job description

WAN CHENG CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD. is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects in Singapore.

You will estimate costs, prepare tenders, administer contracts, and handle payment claims, variations, and final accounts, coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers. The ideal candidate has a Diploma/Degree in QS or related field with relevant experience, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and proficiency in MS Office