QUANTITY SURVEYOR

TR CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Singapore is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs from estimates to final accounts. Responsibilities include developing budgets, preparing contracts, and liaising with clients on financial issues. The ideal candidate will have strong mathematical and analytical skills, excellent communication, and a meticulous approach to project management. This role is critical in ensuring projects adhere to budget, time, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates, budgets, and lifecycle cost analysis.
• Prepare tender documents and negotiate contracts.
• Manage sourcing of labor, materials, and subcontractors.
• Identify project risks and ensure compliance.
• Create budget and progress reports.

Skills

Strong mathematical and analytical skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

A Quantity Surveyor (QS) in construction company

manages project costs, from initial estimates to final accounts, ensuring projects stay within budget, time, and quality standards by handling budgeting, procurement, contracts, risk assessment, and liaising with clients/stakeholders, preparing documentation like tenders and reports, and managing payments and variations throughout the project lifecycle

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Management:Develop cost estimates, budgets, and lifecycle cost analysis; track expenditures and cash flow.
• Contract Administration:Prepare tender documents, negotiate contracts, manage variations, process payments, and settle final accounts.
• Procurement:Manage sourcing of labor, materials, and subcontractors.
• Risk & Quality Control:Identify project risks, ensure compliance with regulations, quality standards, and health & safety protocols.
• Reporting & Documentation:Create budget reports, progress reports, and maintain project documentation.
• Client Liaison:Advise clients on financial aspects, funding, and contractual issues.

Core Duties

• Reviewing technical drawings and plans.
• Preparing payment applications and invoices.
• Managing variations (change orders) and claims.
• Advising on contractual issues and disputes.

Essential Skills

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and attention to detail.