Marine Cost Estimator & Contracts Lead

Expertise Technologies Pte Ltdexpertise-gp.com; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Expertise Technologies Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a marine background to lead cost estimation, tendering, contract administration, and project cost control for marine projects in Singapore.

You will prepare cost estimates and BOQs, review tender documents, obtain quotations, administer contracts, monitor costs, and report commercial updates to ensure alignment with project scope and procedures.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in QS or marine-related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant marine industry experience.
• Strong contract administration and project costing knowledge.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, quotations, and tender submissions for marine projects.
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements to ensure accurate pricing and compliance with project requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers to support project costing and procurement activities.
• Prepare cost breakdowns and Bills of Quantities (BOQ), where applicable.
• Administer contracts, including the preparation and evaluation of variation orders, progress claims, and final accounts.
• Monitor project progress and costs throughout the project lifecycle, maintain accurate cost records, and recommend cost control measures where necessary.
• Conduct site visits to assess ongoing work and ensure that costs are aligned with project scope.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers on contractual and cost-related matters.
• Prepare periodic cost reports and provide commercial updates to support project execution.
• Ensure tendering, costing, and contract administration activities are carried out in accordance with project specifications, contractual requirements, company procedures, and established marine industry practices.
• Other relevant Quantity Surveyor duties as assigned.

Skills

Cost estimation

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Marine Engineering degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

Expertise Technologies Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a marine background to lead cost estimation, tendering, contract administration, and project cost control for marine projects in Singapore.

You will prepare cost estimates and BOQs, review tender documents, obtain quotations, administer contracts, monitor costs, and report commercial updates to ensure alignment with project scope and procedures.