Quantity Surveyor

JOSWELL ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction engineering firm in Singapore seeks a Project Cost Manager to oversee costs from project inception to completion. The successful applicant will manage budgets, prepare tender documents, and negotiate contracts with clients. Key skills include strong financial management and risk assessment. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Expertise in estimating and forecasting construction costs.
• Experience in managing project budgets and financial reporting.
• Strong negotiation skills for contracts with clients and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and manage costs of labor, materials, and equipment.
• Prepare and negotiate tender documents and contracts.
• Monitor and adjust budgets according to project changes.

Skills

Cost management

Budget control

Tendering and contracts

Cost monitoring and valuation

Risk management

Change management

Job description

Manages all costs related to a construction project from start to finish, ensuring it is completed within budget and on time.

Key responsibilities include preparing cost estimates and tender documents, tracking and adjusting budgets for design changes, and negotiating contracts with clients and contractors. They also monitor project costs on-site, handle financial and legal matters, and ensure projects meet quality and safety standards.

Core responsibilities

• Cost management: Estimating and forecasting the costs of labor, materials, and equipment for project feasibility and completion.
• Budget control: Developing and managing project budgets, monitoring costs throughout construction, and adjusting projections as needed.
• Tendering and contracts: Preparing tender documents, pricing bids, and negotiating contracts with clients and subcontractors.
• Cost monitoring and valuation: Measuring and valuing the work completed on-site and managing payments to contractors.
• Liaison: Communicating with clients, architects, engineers, and other construction professionals to ensure project requirements are met.
• Risk management: Identifying and assessing commercial risks and ensuring compliance with legal and safety regulations.
• Change management: Tracking design changes and assessing their impact on project costs, then negotiating variations with clients.

Typical day-to-day tasks

• Consulting with clients to understand project needs and feasibility.
• Working with architectural and engineering drawings to estimate total costs.
• Preparing detailed cost plans and financial reports.
• Negotiating with contractors and managing project finances.
• Staying up-to-date on construction methods, materials, and health and safety regulations.