Quantity Surveyor

ELETEX ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ELETEX ENGINEERING PTE. LTD. is seeking a motivated Quantity Surveyor in Singapore to manage project costs, prepare quotations, and evaluate subcontractor claims. You will support contract administration and cost control across multiple construction projects.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of experience, strong costing knowledge, and proficiency in reading drawings and MS Office. Independent work style and good negotiation skills are important.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of relevant working experience preferred.
• Knowledge of construction contracts and costing.
• Proficient reading of construction drawings and specifications.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, quotations, and tender submissions.
• Take off quantities from drawings and specifications.
• Prepare monitor project budgets and cost control reports.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and claims.
• Prepare progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Assist in contract administration and project documentation.
• Monitor project progress and ensure costs stay within budget.
• Prepare monthly costing reports for ongoing projects.
• Source and compare material and subcontractor prices.
• Keep track of materials and inventory.
• Monitor material usage and ordering.
• Document design changes and update project budgets.
• Support project and site teams on costing-related matters.
• Maintain proper records of project costs and documentation.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Costing knowledge

Reading drawings & specifications

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Quantity surveying software

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for managing project costs, preparing quotations, evaluating subcontractor claims, and supporting the overall contract administration process for construction projects.

The ideal candidate should possess good analytical skills, strong knowledge of construction costing, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, quotations, and tender submissions
• Take off quantities from drawings and specifications
• Prepare admonitor project budgets and cost control reports
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and claims
• Prepare progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Assist in contract administration and project documentation
• Monitor project progress and ensure project costs are within budget
• Prepare monthly costing reports for all ongoing projects
• Source and compare material and subcontractor prices
• Keep track of construction materials and inventory
• Monitor material usage and arrange ordering when required
• Document design changes and update project budgets accordingly
• Support project and site teams on costing-related matters
• Maintain proper records of project costs and documentation
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Requirements

• Diploma or Degreein Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum 1–3 years of relevant working experience preferred
• Knowledge of construction contracts and costing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quantity surveying software
• Able to read construction drawings and specifications
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Responsible, organized, and able to work independently