Quantity surveyor

Expand Construction Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Singapore is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs, prepare detailed take-offs, and liaise with subcontractors. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, at least 2 years of experience with main contractors, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This role involves managing variation orders and certifications, ensuring effective project delivery in local construction environments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of working experience with main contractors.
• Experience in main contractor HDB projects preferred.
• Experience in local (Singapore) construction projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measure quantities and prepare detailed take-offs for construction projects.
• Obtain quotations, liaise, and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and analyze cost comparisons for procurement and tender purposes.
• Manage and resolve progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts.
• Evaluate and certify subcontractors’ progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts.
• Attend site meetings to document variation claims and prepare interim valuations.
• Liaise with Clients and Consultants on all contractual and cost-related matters.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent

Proactive

Teamwork

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Specialist software tools

Job description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Responsibilities:

• Measure quantities and prepare detailed take-offs for construction projects.
• Obtain quotations, liaise, and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and analyze cost comparisons for procurement and tender purposes.
• Manage and resolve progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts.
• Evaluate and certify subcontractors’ progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts.
• Attend site meetings to document variation claims and prepare interim valuations and potential variation works.
• Liaise with Clients and Consultants on all contractual and cost-related matters.
• Undertake other duties and related tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• Preferably with past experience in main contractor HDB projects.
• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of working experience with main contractors.
• Preferably experienced in local (Singapore) construction projects.
• Detail-oriented, independent, proactive, and able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and capable of learning new specialist software tools.