Quantity Surveyor

KELLER FOUNDATIONS (S E ASIA) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geotechnical contractor in Singapore is looking for a Quantity Surveyor with a passion for geotechnical engineering. The chosen candidate will manage pre-contract tendering, procurement, and contract administration on construction projects. Responsibilities include reviewing specifications, preparing BOQs, managing subcontractor performance, and ensuring cost-effective project execution. The role requires at least 5-6 years of experience in a relevant field and features opportunities for professional growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Medical Insurance

Learning & Development

Variable Bonus

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of relevant experience from main contractor or tendering role.
• Strong command of measurement rules and common contract forms.
• Working knowledge of PSSCOC/SIA/FIDIC advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review ITT, drawings, geotechnical data, and contract conditions.
• Prepare BOQs, quantity take-offs, and cost plans.
• Manage subcontractor performance and variations.
• Plan and oversee daily site activities.
• Drive value engineering and efficient resource planning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Cost consciousness

Education

Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Every day, people around the world live, work and play on ground prepared by Keller, the world’s largest geotechnical specialist contractor. Along with Planet, Principles and Profitable Projects, ‘People’ is one of the four Ps we use to define our Sustainability strategy at Keller.

We value diversity and celebrate individual differences, believing that our inclusive culture helps the business continue to grow as a strong, dynamic and innovative organisation. We encourage all our people to realise their full potential and deliver exceptional performance.

We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor who is passionate about geotechnical engineering and enjoys both the technical and commercial aspects of construction projects. This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute across the planning, tendering, and execution phases of projects—engaging with clients, preparing proposals, driving site operations, and ensuring cost-effective delivery.

You should demonstrate strong analytical thinking, clear communication with stakeholders, and the ability to balance safety, quality, and commercial performance. Outstanding candidates will display accountability, commitment, proactiveness, and cost consciousness to maximize value for the Company.

Think you’ve got what it takes?

Key Responsibilities

1) Pre-Contract & Tendering

• Review ITT, drawings, specifications, geotechnical data, and contract conditions to identify pricing and commercial risks.
• Prepare BOQs, quantity take-offs, and cost plans covering labour, plant, materials, prelims, overheads, and profit.
• Develop pricing models, risk registers, clarifications, and alternative proposals with quantified cost/time impacts.
• Support bid reviews and secure internal approvals for price and terms.

2) Procurement & Subcontractor Management

• Prepare and negotiate RFQs, bid comparisons, LOIs, and subcontracts with defined scope, milestones, and payment terms.
• Ensure flow-down of contract obligations, warranties, and insurances.
• Manage subcontractor performance, variations, and procurement schedules.

3) Contract Administration

• Interpret and administer contract conditions (PSSCOC, SIA, FIDIC, or bespoke).
• Support change management, claims, and contractual correspondence.

4) Progress Measurement & Payments

• Agree on measurement rules with clients/engineers.
• Prepare monthly valuations and payment applications with supporting documentation.
• Certify subcontractor claims, including retentions, set-offs, and contra-charges.

5) Project Execution & Site Management

• Plan and oversee daily site activities, ensuring safe, timely, and quality delivery.
• Supervise site crews and subcontractors, maintaining productivity, safety, and accountability.
• Apply geotechnical risk management to identify and mitigate site challenges.

6) Cost & Resource Optimization

• Drive value engineering and efficient resource planning.
• Monitor procurement alignment and minimize scrap/waste.

7) Governance, HSEQ & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with company approval matrices, audit requirements, and statutory obligations.
• Support insurance notifications, guarantees, and securities.
• Maintain progress reports, QA/QC records, claims, and risk assessments.
• Uphold strict adherence to Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.

This role will be required to spend most of the time on construction sites and candidates must be comfortable working outdoors.

You will need:

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying or its equivalent
• At least 5-6 years of relevant working experience from main contractor or tendering role.
• Strong command of measurement rules and common contract forms; working knowledge of PSSCOC/SIA/FIDIC advantageous.
• Proficiency in cost systems and MS Excel.
• Negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills with a solutions mindset

What We Offer:

• Annual Leave, Medical Insurance, Medical Leave, Variable Bonus, Learning & Development
• Opportunities, Referral Rewards & Employee Assistance Programme
• Global & Regional networking opportunities
• Friendly team and enjoyable working environment

We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. Learn more about Keller's Inclusion Commitment at https://www.keller.com/how-wework/diversity-equity-and-inclusion