MEP Senior Quantity Surveyor/ Quantity Surveyor

kelington engineering (s) pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

kelington engineering (s) pte. ltd. is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Singapore to manage commercial and cost aspects from tender to final account.

You will handle contract administration, procurement support, subcontract management, cost control, variations, claims, forecasting and reporting to safeguard commercial interests. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in QS/CM/CE, 5–8 years' experience in construction/EPC, and familiarity with lump sum, remeasurement and cost-reimbursable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5–8 years of quantity surveying or commercial experience in construction, EPC, or engineering projects.
• Experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, industrial, cleanroom, oil & gas, or data center projects preferred.
• Proven experience in managing subcontractors and project commercial administration.
• Experience with lump sum, remeasurement, and cost-reimbursable contracts.

Responsibilities

• Commercial administration of assigned projects, monitoring costs against budgets.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, cost forecasts, and cash flow forecasts.
• Review contract documents and identify commercial risks.
• Maintain records for contractual matters and prepare notices/submissions.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare final accounts with clients and subcontractors.
• Prepare and present project cost reports and variations.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, procurement, finance, and planning.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Contractual negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

MS Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Role Summary

The Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor isresponsible for managing all commercial and cost-related aspects of projectsfrom tender through final account. The role includes contract administration,procurement support, subcontract management, cost control, variationmanagement, claims preparation, forecasting, and commercial reporting to ensureprojects are delivered within budget while protecting the company's contractualand commercial interests.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management

• Manage the commercial administration of assigned projects.
• Monitor project costs against approved budgets.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, cost forecasts, and cash flow forecasts.
• Identify commercial risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Ensure commercial compliance with company procedures.

Contract Administration

• Administer contracts in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Review contract documents and identify commercial risks.
• Prepare contractual correspondence, notices, and commercial submissions.
• Maintain proper records for contractual matters.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution activities.

Cost Control

• Monitor project expenditures and commitments.
• Review and certify subcontractor payment applications.
• Prepare client payment claims and invoices.
• Analyze cost variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate cost reports throughout the project lifecycle.

Procurement & Subcontract Management

• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ), enquiries, and tender documents.
• Evaluate quotations and prepare commercial bid comparisons.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare Letters of Award and subcontract agreements.
• Manage subcontractor variations and final accounts.

Variations & Claims

• Identify variation opportunities.
• Prepare and negotiate variation quotations.
• Assess client and subcontractor variation submissions.
• Prepare Extension of Time (EOT) cost assessments where applicable.
• Support preparation of contractual claims for additional costs.

Final Account

• Prepare and negotiate final accounts with clients.
• Finalize subcontractor accounts.
• Close commercial matters in a timely manner.
• Ensure recovery of all contractual entitlements.

Reporting

Prepare regular reports including:

• Project Cost Report
• Cost-to-Complete Forecast
• Cash Flow Forecast
• Variation Register
• Procurement Status
• Commitment Report
• Commercial Risk Register
• Final Account Status

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, finance, and planning.
• Attend commercial and project meetings.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Provide commercial advice to project teams.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years of quantity surveying or commercial experience in construction, EPC, or engineering projects.
• Experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, industrial, cleanroom, oil & gas, or data center projects is preferred.
• Proven experience in managing subcontractors and project commercial administration.
• Experience with lump sum, remeasurement, and cost-reimbursable contracts.

Technical Knowledge

Good understanding of:

• Cost estimation and budgeting
• Contract administration
• Procurement processes
• Variation management
• Claims management
• Final account settlement
• Cost reporting
• Cash flow forecasting
• Commercial risk management

Knowledge of standard forms of contract such as FIDIC, NEC,PSSCOC, SIA, JCT, or equivalent is advantageous.

Skills

• Strong commercial and contractual awareness.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• High attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) is an advantage.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy of project cost forecasts.
• Timely submission of payment claims.
• Timely recovery of variation orders.
• Achievement of project gross margin targets.
• Successful settlement of final accounts.
• Reduction of commercial risks.
• Timely procurement and subcontract awards.
• Accuracy of commercial reporting.
• Client and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Compliance with contractual and company procedures.

Preferred Attributes

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Commercially astute with a proactive mindset.
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.