Quantity Surveyor

KAJIMA OVERSEAS ASIA (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Singapore is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage cost estimation, tender documentation preparation, and contract administration. The ideal candidate will hold a recognized degree in Quantity Surveying or Building. Strong numeracy, analytical skills, and effective communication abilities are essential. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be involved in key aspects of project management and tender processes.

Qualifications

• Recognized Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Good communicative skills and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare measurements and tender documentation.
• Drive cost planning and control.
• Define tender and procurement strategies.
• Manage post contract administration.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Numeracy

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Building

Job description

Job role description

• The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for taking measurements and drafting tender documentation. He/She is involved in preparing for tender and analysing the tender returns. He/She prepares cost estimates based on technical specifications and prepares costing details for further analyses. He/She is responsible for the complete cost management and contract administration of the project, including preparing claims and final account settlement.
• He/She is detail‑oriented and meticulous in his work. He/She possesses knowledge of the industry, construction materials, procurement methods and regulations. He/She communicates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders both verbally and in written reports. He/She possess strong numeracy, analytical and problem‑solving skills. He/She will usually be stationed in the office or project work sites to perform his/her duties.

Key Tasks - Prepare measurements and tender documentation

• Process measurements into various forms of contract bills
• Prepare schedule of rates
• Assist to draft preliminaries and trade preambles
• Assist in the review of technical specifications prepared by technical consultants
• Conduct measurements, admeasurements, and re‑measurements

Key Tasks - Drive cost planning and control

• Conduct cost analyses
• Prepare outline and detailed approximate cost estimates
• Prepare cost plans
• Prepare cost‑in‑use studies and life‑cycle costing of building and installation and/or components
• Prepare cash flow projections
• Conduct cost checking during design development
• Conduct cost evaluation of alternative design or method of construction
• Prepare periodic cost reports

Key Tasks - Define tender and procurement strategies

• Assist with pre‑qualifications
• Adhere to procurement strategies
• Prepare tender documents and/or appropriate Conditions of Contract to invite tenders from contractors, specialists or sub‑contractors on a competitive or negotiated basis
• Analyse tender returns

Key Tasks - Manage post contract administration

• Communicate payment regime to relevant stakeholders
• Prepare valuations for interim payments and/or recommendations for payment to contractors, specialists and sub‑contractors including recommendations for payment
• Measure variation of cost claims
• Prepare claims on behalf of relevant parties
• Prepare final accounts and/or relevant pricing variations
• Attend project meetings

Job Requirements

• Recognized Degree in Quantity Surveying or Building or equivalent
• Good communicative skills, ability to interact with people of all levels and teamwork
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.