Quantity Surveyor Engineer (E)

LEWE ENGINEERING PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LEWE ENGINEERING PTE LTD is seeking a highly skilled Quantity Surveyor Engineer (Electrical) to manage commercial and contractual aspects of electrical, instrumentation, automation, and control-system works.

You will handle cost estimating, tendering, procurement, contract administration, progress valuation, variations, cost control, and final accounts while collaborating with engineering, procurement, construction, project-controls, and finance teams to ensure projects stay within budget and

Qualifications

• Diploma in quantity surveying, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Building Services or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years in quantity surveying or a similar role in construction, infrastructure, industrial, utilities, oil and gas, data-centre, or process-plant projects is preferred
• Relevant professional certification or membership is an advantage
• Practical experience in quantity surveying, cost engineering, or contract administration, preferably involving electrical and control-system works
• Relevant electrical or control-system quantity-surveying experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with local forms of contract, such as the Public Sector Standard Conditions of Contract, Singapore Institute of Architects conditions, REDAS conditions, or equivalent forms, is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Participate in tender site walks to assess project requirements and constraints
• Lead site surveys to gather accurate data for project planning and estimation
• Prepare tender overview and checklist
• Prepare vendor status checklist
• Raise queries (RFI & RFC) for any information and clarification
• Knowledge to understand technical documents such as drawings and write-up to meet client requirement
• Generate isometric drawings and sketch layouts for contractors to prepare quotations
• Develop detailed scope of work (SOW) documentations and bills of quantities (BoQs)
• Disseminate SOW and BoQs to contractors for quotation preparation
• Review vendors’ quotations for accuracy and alignment with project requirements
• Gather vendors’ quotations for comparison and cost analysis
• Conduct review on cost analysis workout with Project Manager for vendor selections and pricing finalization
• Generate project quotations upon final review for submission
• Manage and update project tender listing for reference
• Identify and finalise materials requirement and to ensure in-line with project specifications and timelines
• Finalised terms & conditions and prepare contract agreement and/or purchase order to vendor
• Monitor and control materials usage to minimize waste and ensure project efficiency
• Monitor Project for any variations or additional work scope
• Monitor Contractor Progressive Claim
• Coordinate with project teams, clients/consultant, contractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth tender & project execution
• Provide technical guidance to vendors during the tender to construction phases
• Coordinate with project teams, to clarify scope boundaries, technical requirements, and interfaces between disciplines
• Assist with project close-out, including reconciliation of purchase orders, contracts, variations, and outstanding claims
• Have awareness of requirements involving the Energy Market Authority, SP Group, Singapore Civil Defense Force, Public Utilities Board, Info comm Media Development Authority, and other agencies where applicable
• Understand the commercial implications of testing, inspections, authority submissions, Licensed Electrical Worker services, energisation, commissioning, and statutory approvals
• Mobility: As when needed

Skills

Quantity surveying

Electrical engineering

Cost estimation

Tendering

Contract administration

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in quantity surveying

Electrical Engineering

Construction Management

Building Services

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quantity Surveyor Engineer (Electrical) to join our team.

Electrical & Control Systems is responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of electrical, instrumentation, automation, and control-system work. The role covers cost estimating, tendering, procurement, contract administration, progress valuation, variation management, cost control, and final-account settlement.

The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, procurement, construction, project-controls, and finance teams to ensure that projects are delivered within the approved budget and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Tender and Site Walks

o Participate in tender site walks to assess project requirements and constraints.

o Lead site surveys to gather accurate data for project planning and estimation.

o Prepare tender overview and checklist

o Prepare vendor status checklist

o Raise queries (RFI & RFC) for any information and clarification.

Mechanical, Electrical and Process Systems

o Demonstrate experience and knowledge in:

• Mechanical Wet Systems: Chilled Water System (CHW); Condenser Water System (CDW); Drain Water System (DR).

• Mechanical Dry Systems: HVAC & Mechanical Ventilation Ductwork.

• Process Wet Systems: Process Cooling Water (PCW); Compressed Dry Air (CDA); Nitrogen (N2); Specialty Gas Systems and Waste Water Drainage Systems.
• Process Dry Systems: Exhaust Ductwork.
• Electrical & Control Systems: High-, medium-, and low-voltage electrical systems; Transformers, switchgear, and distribution boards;Motor-control centres and variable-frequency drives; Power, control, communication, and fibre-optic cabling; Cable trays, conduits, supports, and containment systems; Earthing, bonding, lightning-protection, and emergency-power systems; Uninterruptible power supplies and battery systems; Field instrumentation and analysers; PLC, DCS, SCADA, and building-management systems; Control panels, marshalling cabinets, and remote I/O panels; Fire-alarm, security, access-control, and communication systems

Technical Drawings and Layouts

o Knowledge to understand technical documents such as drawings and write-up to meet client requirement.

o Generate isometric drawings and sketch layouts for contractors to prepare quotations.

Scope of Work and Bill of Quantities

o Develop detailed scope of work (SOW) documentations and bills of quantities (BoQs).

o Disseminate SOW and BoQs to contractors for quotation preparation.

Quotation Management

o Review vendors’ quotations for accuracy and alignment with project requirements.

o Gather vendors’ quotations for comparison and cost analysis.

o Conduct review on cost analysis workout with Project Manager for vendor selections and pricing finalization.

o Generate project quotations upon final review for submission.

o Manage and update project tender listing for reference.

Material Procurement and Control

o Identify and finalise materials requirement and to ensure in-line with project specifications and timelines.

o Finalised terms & conditions and prepare contract agreement and/or purchase order to vendor.

o Monitor and control materials usage to minimize waste and ensure project efficiency.

o Monitor Project for any variations or additional work scope.

o Monitor Contractor Progressive Claim

Collaboration and Coordination

o Coordinate with project teams, clients/consultant, contractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth tender & project execution.

o Provide technical guidance to vendors during the tender to construction phases.

oCoordinate with project teams, to clarify scope boundaries, technical requirements, and interfaces between disciplines.

oAssist with project close-out, including reconciliation of purchase orders, contracts, variations, and outstanding claims.

oHave awareness of requirements involving the Energy Market Authority, SP Group, Singapore Civil Defense Force, Public Utilities Board, Info comm Media Development Authority, and other agencies where applicable.

oUnderstand the commercial implications of testing, inspections, authority submissions, Licensed Electrical Worker services, energisation, commissioning, and statutory approvals.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education:

Diploma in quantity surveying, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Building Services or a related field

Experience:

Minimum of [2] years in quantity surveying or a similar role in construction, infrastructure, industrial, utilities, oil and gas, data-centre, or process-plant projects is preferred.

oRelevant professional certification or membership is an advantage

oPractical experience in quantity surveying, cost engineering, or contract administration, preferably involving electrical and control-system works

oRelevant electrical or control-system quantity-surveying experience is strongly preferred.

oExperience with local forms of contract, such as the Public Sector Standard Conditions of Contract, Singapore Institute of Architects conditions, REDAS conditions, or equivalent forms, is advantageous.

Technical Skills:

oProficient in AutoCAD, Revit, or other drafting software.

oStrong knowledge of SOW and BoQ preparation.

oFamiliarity with construction project cost estimation and material procurement

oGood understanding of electrical, instrumentation, automation, and control-system terminology and installation practices

oUnderstand local construction procurement, subcontracting, measurement, payment, variation, and final-account practices.

oBe familiar with the Singapore Building and Construction Authority’s requirements and common public-and private-sector contract conditions.

oUnderstand the Security of Payment framework applicable to Singapore construction projects.

oBe familiar with relevant Singapore Standards, codes of practice, Workplace Safety and Health requirements, and authority requirements.

oHave awareness of requirements involving the Energy Market Authority, SP Group, Singapore Civil Defense Force, Public Utilities Board, Info comm Media Development Authority, and other agencies where applicable.

oUnderstand the commercial implications of testing, inspections, authority submissions, Licensed Electrical Worker services, energisation, commissioning, and statutory approvals.

Key Competencies:

oExcellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

oCritical thinking to spot issues and come up with smart solutions

oAttentive to detail to ensure every aspect is considered for better results

oStrong communication, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills to manage contracts confidently

oAbility to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

oTime management skills to be able to meet deadlines under pressure

oTeamwork capabilities with all parties to avoid costly misunderstandings

oAbility to interpret technical drawings, BIM models, specifications, and contractual documents.

oStrong numerical and analytical ability

oElectrical and control-system cost knowledge

oCommercial and contractual awareness

oAccurate measurement and cost forecasting

oTendering and procurement capability

oVariation and claims management

Performance Indicators

oAccuracy of estimates, measurements, and cost forecasts

oTimely assessment of payment claims and variations

oControl of expenditure against the approved budget

oIdentification and management of commercial risks

oSuccessful negotiation and closure of variations and claims

oCompleteness of contractual and cost records

oTimely agreement of final accounts

oCompliance with company procedures and Singapore project requirements

Mobility:

As when needed