QUANTITY SURVEYOR

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

Job summary

LIE YANG CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD. is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects, including cost estimation, tender preparation, contract administration, and final accounts.

The ideal candidate will review drawings and specs, coordinate with clients and suppliers, and monitor budgets, claims, and variations. Fluency in English and Chinese and Singapore industry experience are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in the construction industry is preferred.
• Familiar with Progress Claims, Variation Orders, and Final Accounts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant QS software.
• Fluency in English and Chinese is preferred.
• Singapore construction industry experience will be an added advantage.
• Female candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and tender documents for construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements to ensure accurate pricing.
• Manage construction contracts and monitor contractual obligations.
• Review quotations, contracts, and commercial terms with contractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and assess progress claims and payment applications.
• Verify completed works and ensure accurate valuation of work done.
• Evaluate and manage Variation Orders (VO) and additional works.
• Monitor project costs and ensure expenditure remains within the approved budget.
• Review subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Negotiate prices and commercial terms where required.
• Maintain good working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and clients.
• Prepare and negotiate final accounts upon project completion.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, quotations, claims, variations, and other commercial documents.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

English language

Chinese language

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

MS Office

QS software

Job description

Job Description: Quantity Surveyor

The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects, including cost estimation, tender preparation, contract administration, payment claims, variation orders, and final accounts. The role requires close coordination with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure effective cost and contract management throughout the project.

Key Responsibilities:

Cost Estimation & Tendering:

• Prepare cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and tender documents for construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements to ensure accurate pricing.

Contract & Commercial Management:

• Manage construction contracts and monitor contractual obligations.
• Review quotations, contracts, and commercial terms with contractors and suppliers.

Progress Claims & Payment:

• Prepare and assess progress claims and payment applications.
• Verify completed works and ensure accurate valuation of work done.

Variation & Cost Control:

• Evaluate and manage Variation Orders (VO) and additional works.
• Monitor project costs and ensure expenditure remains within the approved budget.

Subcontractor & Supplier Coordination:

• Review subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Negotiate prices and commercial terms where required.
• Maintain good working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and clients.

Final Account & Documentation:

• Prepare and negotiate final accounts upon project completion.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, quotations, claims, variations, and other commercial documents.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in the construction industry is preferred.
• Good knowledge of construction contracts, cost estimation, tendering, and quantity measurement.
• Familiar with Progress Claims, Variation Orders, and Final Accounts.
• Good analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant QS software.
• Female candidates are preferred.
• Fluency in both English and Chinese is preferred.
• Candidates who can communicate effectively with Chinese-speaking clients, contractors, subcontractors, and workers will have an added advantage.
• Singapore construction industry experience will be an added advantage.