Lead Quantity Surveyor - Team Leadership & Client Growth

Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle delivers expert property and project services globally and seeks a senior Quantity Surveyor leader to guide a QS team on high-value projects in Singapore. You will drive quality, budget compliance, and client relationships while mentoring staff and expanding business opportunities.

The role emphasizes pre- and post-contract cost control, tendering, and collaboration with internal cost advisory teams. Strong communication and IT proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in a relevant field with at least ten years’ experience in cost consultancy.
• Professional qualifications such as RICS, AAIQS, or SISV preferred.
• Experience in pre-construction and construction phases of projects.
• Experience in a QS Consultancy firm advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong technological aptitude.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills applied to client and team interactions.
• Analytical and strategic thinking to support decision-making.
• Attention to detail in managing project documentation and cost control.
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency to solve problems and improve services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and establish a Quantity Surveying team to deliver high-quality project outcomes within timelines and budgets.
• Provide expert quantity surveying consultancy from inception to completion for high-value projects.
• Develop and nurture client relationships to maintain and grow opportunities.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities aligned with company goals.
• Manage and mentor QS team members to enhance skills and delivery.
• Oversee estimating, pre-contract cost control, documentation, tendering, and post-contract procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams on Cost Advisory work to support objectives.
• Deputize for the Director in office management and development activities.
• Conduct interviews and recruit staff to meet resource needs.
• Plan resource allocation to optimize staff utilization and project efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement by encouraging staff suggestions and feedback.
• Brief, direct, and supervise QS staff to ensure client requirements and standards.
• Monitor project progress and maintain quality standards throughout lifecycle.
• Negotiate risk-controlled solutions and handle ambiguities for successful outcomes.
• Utilize digital platforms and technology tools to enhance delivery.
• Foster clear communication and teamwork within QS and across departments.

Skills

Team leadership

Client liaison

Cost control

Negotiation

Project delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS/AAIQS/SISV qualification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle delivers expert property and project services globally and seeks a senior Quantity Surveyor leader to guide a QS team on high-value projects in Singapore. You will drive quality, budget compliance, and client relationships while mentoring staff and expanding business opportunities.

The role emphasizes pre- and post-contract cost control, tendering, and collaboration with internal cost advisory teams. Strong communication and IT proficiency are essential.