Quantity Surveyor/Executive Quantity Surveyor

SJ Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SJ Group in Singapore is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to oversee projects from inception to completion. The successful candidate will be responsible for formulation of procurement strategies, managing tender processes, and providing financial advice.

The ideal candidate should possess a recognised degree in Quantity Surveying, 4-5 years of relevant working experience, and strong technical knowledge of contract duties. A membership with SISV, RICS, or AIQS is preferred.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years working experience in cost consultancy/contracts management.
• Strong technical background with sound knowledge of pre- and post-contract duties.
• Membership with SISV, RICS or AIQS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from inception through to completion.
• Formulate procurement strategy and prepare tender documentation.
• Provide cost and financial advice during all project stages.

Skills

Cost consultancy

Contract management

Project oversight

People skills

Education

Recognised Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from inception through to completion, ensuring that work is completed on time and within budget.
• Formulation of procurement strategy, preparation of tender documentations, preparation of cost reports and cost plans, administration of tender process, evaluation of tenders and submission of tender recommendation reports.
• Review variation request order, assess the associated variation costs, monthly financial report, processing of progress payment and final account.
• To work closely with the Project Team providing cost and financial advice as well as contractual support and advice during pre‑construction, construction and post‑construction stage.

Requirements

• Recognised Degree in Quantity Surveying with relevant working experience in the Construction industry.
• Possess 4–5 years working experience in a cost consultancy / contracts management environment.
• Candidates with longer years of relevant experience can be considered for higher level positions.
• Strong technical background with sound knowledge of pre‑ and post‑contract duties.
• Good working knowledge of forms/conditions of contract.
• Good working knowledge of standard forms of measurement, CEMS, SMM or equivalent.
• Membership with SISV, RICS or/and AIQS is preferred.
• Able to work independently and be a good team player as well.
• Possess excellent people skills with the ability to integrate within a multi‑disciplinary team and communicate with external consultants and clients.