LEAD / SENIOR TENDER QUANTITY SURVEYOR

L&K ENGINEERING (SUZHOU) CO., LTD. Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering company in Singapore seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead tender activities. The role involves mentoring junior staff, driving cost strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and at least 10 years of relevant experience, preferably with high-tech industrial projects. Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese are required for liaising with associates.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical design engineering.
• Prior exposure to semiconductor or high-tech projects is advantageous.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior Quantity Surveyors.
• Drive cost strategies and value-engineering initiatives.
• Prepare executive-level reports for internal tender reviews.

Skills

Cost estimation software

Negotiation skills

Team management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying / Building or equivalent

Tools

CostX

Cubicost

MS Excel

Job description

Location: Woodland

Working Hours: 5 days per week (Mon to Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM)

Willingness to commit to extended hours if required

Job Description

• Take overall ownership of tender QS activities across multiple bids, setting priorities and deadlines.
• Lead and mentor junior Quantity Surveyors and estimators, providing technical guidance and review of deliverables
• Drive cost strategies and value-engineering initiatives to secure commercially competitive tenders
• Present cost and risk analyses to senior management and contribute to bid/no-bid decisions
• Direct the analysis of tender documents, drawings, and specifications to determine comprehensive project scope
• Oversee detailed quantity take-offs for civil, architectural, structural, MEP, and cleanroom packages
• Approve and sign-off on Bills of Quantities (BQ), cost estimates, and pricing schedules for design-build or EPCM tenders
• Establish and maintain robust cost databases and benchmarking metrics for semiconductor/cleanroom projects
• Shortlist vendors, evaluate quotations, and conduct high-level commercial and technical negotiations
• Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, and Project Management leadership to align scope, schedule, and risk allowances
• Provide commercial input for tender clarifications, client presentations, and pre-bid meetings
• Identify cost and contractual risks; develop mitigation plans and recommend optimal procurement strategies
• Prepare executive-level reports for internal tender reviews and board approvals
• Ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, and statutory regulations
• Any ad-hoc duties as assigned

Requirements

• Possess a Degree in Quantity Surveying / Building or equivalent
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical design engineering
• Prior exposure to semiconductor, pharmaceutical, cleanroom, or high-tech industrial projects is a strong advantage
• Proficient in cost estimation software (e.g., CostX, Cubicost) and MS Excel
• Strong understanding of FIDIC/SIA contracts or similar
• Proven track record of team management, strategic negotiation, and high-value tender submissions.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and strong in negotiation and communication
• Ability to work under tight tender deadlines
• Meticulous, analytical, eye for details and a good team player
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Highly motivated, self-driven with initiatives to work independently
• Sound computer literacy, including advanced skills in Excel
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Good communication, reading, and writing skills in both English and Chinese to liaise with Chinese associate