Quantity Surveyor

NANOAIR CONTROL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 78,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

NanoAir Control Pte. Ltd. specializes in process piping and ducting projects in Singapore.

A Quantity Surveyor is sought to conduct detailed quantity take-offs, prepare cost estimates, BOQs and cost breakdowns while reviewing drawings and tender documents to define project requirements. The role involves monitoring budgets, preparing monthly cost reports, tracking material and subcontractor costs, and coordinating with engineers and site teams to verify measurements and progress, supporting

Qualifications

• Experience in quantity surveying and cost estimation for piping and ducting projects.
• Ability to prepare BOQ, MTO and cost breakdowns with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of reviewing drawings, P&IDs and tender documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for process piping and ducting works.
• Review drawings, P&IDs and tender documents to determine project requirements.
• Prepare BOQ, MTO and cost breakdowns; evaluate costs for bids and tenders.
• Monitor expenditures and track material, labour, equipment and subcontractor costs.
• Coordinate with engineers and site teams on measurements and progress.
• Identify cost-saving measures and assist with final accounts and variation orders.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

Cost estimation

Tendering

Budget management

Cost control

Tools

MS Excel

AutoCAD

Costing software

Job description

1. Quantity Surveying & Cost Estimation

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs, cost estimates, budgets and quotations for process piping, mechanical piping and ducting works.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, P&IDs, isometric drawings and tender documents to determine project requirements.
• Measure and calculate quantities of piping, fittings, valves, supports, insulation, ductwork and associated materials.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ), material take-off (MTO) and cost breakdowns.
• Evaluate material, manpower, equipment and subcontractor costs to ensure competitive pricing.

2. Tendering & Procurement

• Prepare and submit tender proposals, quotations and supporting documentation.
• Review tender specifications and identify potential cost risks, discrepancies and variations.
• Source and obtain quotations from suppliers, vendors and subcontractors.
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations and negotiate competitive pricing.
• Assist in preparing purchase requisitions, purchase orders and subcontract agreements.

3. Project Cost Control & Budget Management

• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Track material usage, labour costs, equipment expenses and subcontractor payments.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, cash-flow forecasts and project financial summaries.
• Identify potential cost overruns and recommend cost-saving measures.
• Maintain accurate records of project costs, commitments and financial performance.

4. Process Piping & Ducting Works

• Review piping layouts, process flow diagrams, P&IDs, shop drawings and ducting layouts.
• Carry out quantity measurements for stainless steel, carbon steel and other process piping systems.
• Calculate quantities for pipes, elbows, reducers, flanges, valves, pipe supports and related accessories.
• Measure HVAC ducting, exhaust ducting, ventilation systems, fittings, dampers, insulation and supports.
• Coordinate with engineers and site teams to verify actual site measurements and installation progress.
• Assist in evaluating costs for fabrication, installation, testing, commissioning and associated works.

5. Variation Orders & Progress Claims

• Identify, evaluate and prepare Variation Orders (VO) for additional or modified works.
• Prepare progress claims and payment applications based on completed work.
• Verify subcontractors' progress claims and payment requests.
• Maintain records of site instructions, changes in scope and additional works.
• Assist in preparing final accounts and resolving commercial discrepancies with clients and subcontractors.

6. Project Coordination & Documentation

• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, consultants, clients and subcontractors.
• Attend project meetings and site inspections when required.
• Ensure all quantity measurements and cost calculations comply with project specifications.
• Maintain proper documentation of quotations, contracts, drawings, purchase orders and cost reports.
• Support project teams in resolving commercial, contractual and technical matters.
• Ensure timely submission of claims, reports and project documentation.