Quantity Surveyor

EINC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

EINC PTE. LTD. in Singapore invites a proactive Quantity Surveyor to manage cost estimation, tendering, and contract administration across electrical, lighting, M&E projects.

You will monitor budgets, prepare progress claims, assess variations, and support procurement while ensuring compliance with contracts and schedules.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years QS experience, proficiency in Excel and cost-estimation software, and strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 2 to 5 years of QS experience.
• Experience in electrical, lighting, M&E, or construction projects is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and cost estimation software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Cost estimation, budgets and BQ for projects; source quotations and submit tender proposals.
• Review and administer contracts, purchase orders and subcontract agreements.
• Monitor project costs against budgets; track material, labour, and subcontractor costs.
• Prepare progress claims and certify subcontractor and supplier payments.
• Evaluate variations, prepare quotations and negotiate costs.
• Support procurement to source materials and compare quotations.
• Maintain accurate project cost records and prepare cost reports.
• Coordinate with PMs, engineers, clients and suppliers; attend meetings.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tendering

Contract administration

Cost control

Progress claims

Variation management

Procurement

Project documentation

Coordination

Excel

Education

Diploma/ Degree in Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

MS Excel

Cost estimation software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Estimation and Tendering Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and Bills of Quantities (BQ) for projects. Analyze tender documents, drawings, specifications, and project requirements. Source and obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors. Prepare and submit competitive tender proposals. Evaluate tender returns and recommend suitable vendors and subcontractors.
• Contract Administration Review and administer contracts, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements. Ensure compliance with contractual terms and project requirements. Monitor contractual obligations and identify potential risks or variations. Support contract negotiations with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Cost Control and Project Monitoring Monitor project costs against approved budgets. Track material usage, labour costs, and subcontractor expenditures. Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
• Progress Claims and Payment Certification Prepare and submit progress claims to clients. Evaluate and certify subcontractor and supplier payment claims. Verify completed work against contractual requirements before payment. Follow up on outstanding claims and payment matters.
• Variation and Change Management Assess project variations and changes in scope. Prepare variation quotations and supporting documentation. Negotiate variation costs with clients and subcontractors. Maintain records of approved and pending variations.
• Procurement Support Work closely with Procurement and Project Teams to source project materials. Compare supplier quotations and recommend cost-effective solutions. Ensure procurement activities align with project budgets and schedules.
• Project Documentation and Reporting Maintain accurate project cost records and documentation. Prepare periodic project cost reports for management review. Ensure proper filing of contracts, quotations, claims, and variation orders. Support project audits and compliance requirements.
• Coordination Liaise with Project Managers, Engineers, Clients, Consultants, Suppliers, and Subcontractors. Attend project meetings when required. Provide commercial advice and support throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 2 to 5 years of relevant QS experience (or as required).
• Experience in electrical, lighting, M&E, or construction projects is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and cost estimation software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.