Quantity Surveyor

Yi Lin Timber & Construction Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Yi Lin Timber & Construction Pte Ltd is seeking a cost estimator to support construction projects from tendering through final accounts. You will prepare budgets, analyze drawings, manage tendering, and monitor costs to ensure financial control and regulatory compliance throughout construction projects.

This role requires strong numerical skills, attention to detail, and good communication and teamwork. Exposure to diverse construction projects and a readiness to learn are valued.

Qualifications

• Some industry experience is ideal to effectively understand construction project requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical skills to accurately manage project costs and documentation.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a team environment to support continuous improvement.
• Good communication and organization skills to facilitate collaboration and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and bills of quantities to support project financial planning
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify requirements and risks
• Manage the tendering process by evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotes to select cost-effective options
• Track project costs and monitor variations to maintain financial control throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, and procurement to coordinate progress and cost tracking
• Ensure compliance with relevant building and safety regulations to uphold project standards

Skills

Industry experience

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Communication & organization

Job description

Company Overview

Yi Lin Timber & Construction, established in 1990, specializes in manufacturing timber door products for residential, commercial, hospitality, and institutional sectors, with extensive experience in timber door production and construction project management.

Job Summary

You will prepare cost estimates and budgets, analyze project documents, manage tendering, and monitor project costs to ensure financial control and regulatory compliance throughout construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and bills of quantities to support project financial planning


• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify requirements and risks


• Manage the tendering process by evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotes to select cost-effective options


• Track project costs and monitor variations to maintain financial control throughout the project lifecycle


• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting


• Liaise with project managers, site teams, and procurement to coordinate progress and cost tracking


• Ensure compliance with relevant building and safety regulations to uphold project standards

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Some industry experience is ideal to effectively understand construction project requirements


• Strong attention to detail and numerical skills to accurately manage project costs and documentation


• Willingness to learn and grow within a team environment to support continuous improvement


• Good communication and organization skills to facilitate collaboration and project coordination

Other Information

• Exposure to a variety of construction projects to broaden professional experience