Quantity Surveyor

KIM TIAM BUILDING CONTRACTOR PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KIM TIAM BUILDING CONTRACTOR PTE LTD specializes in building projects in Singapore and is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support project delivery. You will manage quantity surveying tasks, conduct site measurements, participate in tenders, and oversee contract administration and subcontract management.

The role requires a degree in Quantity Surveying or related field and at least 2 years of local experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, or equivalent.
• 2 years of local experience in Singapore construction preferred.
• Familiarity with Singapore public and private contracts.

Responsibilities

• Travel to construction sites for site meetings and data collection.
• Prepare and submit tenders for private and public projects.
• Assess monthly progress claims and recommend payments to subcontractors.
• Certify progress work and administer contract variations.
• Prepare documentation from shortlisting to award of contracts.
• Manage records, correspondence, minutes, and variation orders.

Skills

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

KIM TIAM BUILDING CONTRACTOR PTE LTD is a construction company specializing in building projects in Singapore, delivering quality services in contract administration, project coordination, and construction management.

Job Summary

Manage quantity surveying tasks including site measurements, tender participation, contract administration, and subcontract management to support successful project delivery in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Travel periodic to construction sites to conduct site meetings, perform on-site measurements, and collect project data for accurate quantity surveying
• Calculate quantities and contribute to the preparation of bids for private and public project tenders
• Assess and submit monthly progressive claims and recommend monthly progress payments for subcontractors to ensure timely financial processing
• Certify and evaluate progress work completed, including administering contract variations for both main contracts and subcontract works
• Prepare documentation for contract processes from shortlisting to award, including evaluation, comparison, and recommendation of contractors and subcontractors
• Monitor and manage records, correspondences, meeting minutes, and variation orders related to main contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain project transparency
• Develop method statements and work procedures to guide project execution and compliance
• Assist project teams by coordinating with consultants and safety personnel on safety-related matters to uphold site safety standards
• Manage awarding of subcontracts and prepare related contractual documents to ensure proper contract execution
• Source and purchase materials and related products required for production to support project needs
• Finalize main contract and subcontract final accounts to close out projects accurately

Required competencies and certifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of local working experience in the Singapore construction industry
• Proficient knowledge of public and private Conditions of Contract used in Singapore

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Strong negotiation skills demonstrated in contract and subcontract dealings
• Effective interpersonal skills to collaborate with project teams and stakeholders
• Meticulous work approach with analytical problem-solving skills to resolve project issues