Quantity Surveyor

Talent-Merge Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent-Merge Pte Ltd is seeking a Quantity Surveyor with 3–4 years of tunnel construction experience to oversee commercial and contractual aspects of tunnelling projects in Singapore. You will develop cost projections, review drawings, assess tenders and track expenditures against budgets.

The role requires reputable QS qualifications and strong negotiation, communication, and MS Office proficiency to support procurement and final accounts.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in quantity surveying or related field.
• 3–4 years in tunnel construction projects (MRT, bored, cut-and-cover).
• Ability to read drawings, estimate variations and manage costs.
• Proficient in QS software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial and contractual aspects of tunnelling projects and manage finances.
• Develop detailed cost projections and forecasts for underground construction activities.
• Review drawings, specs and docs to determine materials and costs.
• Assess tender submissions, negotiate pricing with subcontractors and support procurement decisions.
• Track expenditures against budgets and propose corrective measures.
• Administer contractual claims, variations and payments.
• Coordinate with engineers, site teams and subcontractors to validate progress and entitlements.
• Analyze methodologies and subcontractor pricing to improve cost efficiency.
• Resolve commercial issues with clients and stakeholders.
• Compile financial reports and cash flow forecasts for cost summaries.

Skills

Tunnel construction

Cost planning

Contract administration

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Diploma/ Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

QS software

MS Office

Job description

Job Information

Construction

Salary Range S$3,500-$4,000

Job Description

• Oversee the commercial and contractual aspects of tunnelling projects, ensuring effective financial management throughout the construction lifecycle.
  
• Develop detailed cost projections and financial forecasts for underground construction activities, including excavation, tunnel lining and associated structural works.
  
• Review construction drawings, technical specifications and project documentation to determine material quantities and project cost requirements.
  
• Assess tender submissions, negotiate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers, and support procurement decisions for tunnelling works.
  
• Track project expenditures against allocated budgets, highlighting potential cost overruns and proposing appropriate corrective measures.
  
• Administer contractual claims, variations and payment applications in accordance with project requirements and contractual obligations.
  
• Coordinate with project engineers, site teams and subcontractors to validate work progress and substantiate payment entitlements.
  
• Analyse construction methodologies, resource utilisation and subcontractor pricing to enhance cost efficiency and commercial performance.
  
• Resolve commercial and contractual issues with clients, consultants and project stakeholders to facilitate smooth project execution.
  
• Compile periodic financial reports, cash flow forecasts and project cost summaries while supporting the settlement of final accounts.
  

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building or a related discipline.
  
• Minimum 3-4 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor specifically in tunnel construction projects, such as MRT tunnels, bored tunnels, cut-and-cover tunnels or other underground infrastructure works.
  
• Sound understanding of tunnelling construction processes, quantity measurement, cost planning, contract administration and subcontractor management.
  
• Competent in interpreting engineering drawings, evaluating variation claims and using quantity surveying software & Microsoft Office applications.
  
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams and manage competing deadlines.