Quantity Surveyor

U GUAN CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

U GUAN CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD. is seeking a cost estimator to support construction projects in Singapore. The role involves estimating costs across materials, labor, equipment, and overhead, and developing comprehensive budgets to guide financial planning.

You will assist clients and stakeholders in understanding financial implications, support procurement activities, and help ensure contractual compliance through meticulous cost management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs for construction projects including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead.
• Develop and manage project budgets; help clients and stakeholders understand financial implications.

Job description

1. Responsible for estimating the costs of constructionprojects, including materials, labor,equipment, and overhead expenses.

2. Develop and manage project budgets, help clients andstakeholders understand the financialimplications of their construction projects.

3. Assist in the procurement process by preparing tenderdocuments, evaluating contractorbids, and negotiating contracts with supplier and contractors.

4. Administer construction contracts, ensure that both parties (Clientand Contractor) adhere to theterms and conditions outlines in the contract. This includes managing variations, claims, and disputes.

5. Seek cost-effective solutions by identifying valueengineering opportunities that maintainor enhance project quality while reducing costs.

6. Monitor and control project costs throughout lifecycles,tracking expenses, forecastingfuture costs, and implementing cost-saving measures.

7. Assess and manage risks related to project costs, scheduledelays, and other potentialsissues.

8. Prepare regular reports on project costs, providing clientsand stakeholders with updateson budget status and financial performance.

9. At the end of theproject, compare actual costs against the budgeted amounts and ensure that allcontractual obligations are met.