Quantity Surveyor: Cost Planning, Tendering & Claims

Sage Builders Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sage Builders Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a diligent Quantity Surveyor / Cost Controller to manage cost planning, tendering, and contract administration for civil projects.

You will take-off quantities, source subcontractors and suppliers, prepare progress claims and variations, monitor payments, and advise on cost impacts. Strong English and Mandarin communication, meticulous, independent, and able to work under pressure is essential; 5-day work week plus first Saturday monthly.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering/ Quantity Surveyor / Architectural, Building Construction Management or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of working experience in construction industry.
• Able to communicate effectively in English & Mandarin.
• Meticulous, independent, highly motivated, and a good team player.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• 5 days’ work week (plus first Saturday of each month).
• Able to start work immediately or within short notice.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsible for effective cost planning and budget estimates
• Taking-off quantities, sourcing of sub‑contractors & suppliers, pricing and preparation of tender submission
• Preparation on monthly progress claim to clients consultants for certification
• Submission of claim for variation works
• Evaluate subcontractor monthly progress claims
• Prepare variation orders, progress payments & claims and finalization of accounts
• Evaluate progress payment and review terms and conditions of contracts
• Source for quotations from specialists, sub‑contractors and suppliers
• Review and advise Project Manager on the cost impact for variation of project specifications
• Monitor project delivery to ensure materials are in accordance to contractual terms and conditions
• To co‑ordinate with the clients, sub‑contractors and consultants on all project matters
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

English/Mandarin bilingual

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering/ Quantity Surveyor / Architectural, Building Construction Management or equivalent

Job description

Sage Builders Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a diligent Quantity Surveyor / Cost Controller to manage cost planning, tendering, and contract administration for civil projects.

You will take-off quantities, source subcontractors and suppliers, prepare progress claims and variations, monitor payments, and advise on cost impacts. Strong English and Mandarin communication, meticulous, independent, and able to work under pressure is essential; 5-day work week plus first Saturday monthly.