QUANTITY SURVEYOR

GIM TIAN CIVIL ENGINEERING PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

GIM TIAN CIVIL ENGINEERING PTE LTD in Singapore seeks a diligent cost estimator/quantity surveyor to manage detailed cost plans, budgets, and contractual documentation. You will perform value engineering and monitor expenditures while coordinating with engineers, PMs and clients to keep financial targets aligned with project goals.

The role emphasizes hands-on site inspections, timely cost reporting, and proactive risk mitigation to ensure compliance with codes and standards.

Qualifications

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for construction projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets with financial control across the lifecycle.
• Draft and review contracts ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
• Conduct value engineering analyses to optimize costs without sacrificing quality.
• Site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with specs.
• Prepare cost reports, highlight variances and forecast expenses.
• Communicate with clients, contractors and sub-contractors to update on status.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for construction projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Draft and review contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct value engineering analyses to optimize project costs without compromising quality or functionality.
• Conduct site visits as needed to monitor progress, assess work quality, and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Prepare regular cost reports, highlighting variances and forecasting future expenses.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and sub-contractors to provide updates and resolve issues.
• Identify potential financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and finalize project accounts, ensuring accurate documentation and settlement of all financial matters.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, contract law, and project management principles.
• Ability to analyse financial data and make informed decisions.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies, including sourcing materials and services.
• Assess and manage changes to project scope, budget, and timelines, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
• Utilize construction management software and tools for cost estimation, budgeting, and project tracking.
• Ensure all activities comply with local building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Work closely with engineers, project managers and project director to ensure alignment on project goals and financial targets.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions quickly.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budget management

Contract administration

Value engineering

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Communication

Risk identification

Procurement strategies

Project coordination

Education

Recognised degree in building/quantity surveying

Professional qualification in construction

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Job Description

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for construction projects
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Draft and review contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct value engineering analyses to optimize project costs without compromising quality or functionality.
• Conduct site visits as needed to monitor progress, assess work quality, and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Prepare regular cost reports, highlighting variances and forecasting future expenses.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and sub-contractors to provide updates and resolve issues.
• Identify potential financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and finalize project accounts, ensuring accurate documentation and settlement of all financial matters.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, contract law, and project management principles.
• Ability to analyse financial data and make informed decisions.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies, including sourcing materials and services.
• Assess and manage changes to project scope, budget, and timelines, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
• Utilize construction management software and tools for cost estimation, budgeting, and project tracking. (If necessary)
• Ensure all activities comply with local building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Work closely with engineers, project managers and project director to ensure alignment on project goals and financial targets.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions quickly.

Requirements

• At least one (1) year of experience with Recognised Degree in building, quantity surveying or professional qualification.
• Experienced in contract administration of rail or civil engineering projects