Quantity Surveyor: Cost Estimation & Tender Analysis

STRUCT UNITED BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

STRUCT UNITED BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD. is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to prepare cost estimates, budgets and financial reports for construction projects in Singapore.

The role involves analysing drawings, calibrating material and labour requirements, and negotiating contracts with subcontractors and suppliers. The candidate will monitor costs, perform quantity take-offs for bids, provide cost advice to project managers and clients, and help standardise estimating templates.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction materials, methods, and cost estimation techniques.
• Proficiency in the use of estimating software and other relevant digital tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets and financial reports for construction projects
• Analyse drawings, specifications and other project documentation to quantify materials, labour and equipment requirements
• Negotiate and administer subcontractor and supplier contracts
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities for optimisation and savings
• Conduct quantity take-offs and cost estimates for projects and tender submissions
• Provide cost advice and recommendations to project managers and clients
• Contribute to the development of standardised estimating processes and templates
• Collaborate with the construction team to resolve commercial issues that arise during projects
• Attend site show round, site meeting and tender interview

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost estimation

Estimating software

Analytical skills

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

STRUCT UNITED BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD. is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to prepare cost estimates, budgets and financial reports for construction projects in Singapore.

The role involves analysing drawings, calibrating material and labour requirements, and negotiating contracts with subcontractors and suppliers. The candidate will monitor costs, perform quantity take-offs for bids, provide cost advice to project managers and clients, and help standardise estimating templates.