Senior QS/QS Assistant Manager

Shimizu Corporation, Singapore Office; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Shimizu Corporation Singapore Office is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to oversee budgets, cost forecasting, cash flow projections, and final accounts across multiple projects. The role emphasizes rigorous contract administration, tender evaluation, and cost control within Singaporean practices.

The ideal candidate holds a Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying or a related field with 5+ years (Senior QS) or 10+ years (Assistant Manager) of experience, and strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Building, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience: Senior QS level 5+ years or Assistant Manager level 10+ years.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore construction contracts, cost control, procurement, and contract administration.
• Experience in main contracts, subcontract management, variation claims, and final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and final accounts.
• Administer main contracts and subcontracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate variation orders (VOs), EOT claims, and contractual submissions.
• Monitor project costs and identify potential overruns, proposing mitigation measures.
• Source, evaluate, and recommend subcontractors and suppliers through tender and quotation exercises.
• Prepare tender documentation, perform quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and tender analysis.
• Support tender submissions and pre-contract commercial activities.
• Assess and certify subcontractor progress claims and payment recommendations.
• Prepare and submit progress claims to clients and consultants.
• Manage final account negotiations and settlement with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams on contractual and commercial matters.
• Provide commercial advice and support to project managers and site teams.

Skills

Cost control

Contract administration

Tender evaluation

Budgeting

Cost estimation

Subcontract management

Variation claims

Final accounts

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Related degree/diploma in Quantity Surveying or Building/Construction

Job description

• Manage and monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and final accounts.
• Administer main contracts and subcontracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and project requirements.
• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate variation orders (VOs), extension of time (EOT) claims, and contractual submissions.
• Monitor project costs and identify potential cost overruns, proposing mitigation measures where necessary.
• Source, evaluate, and recommend subcontractors and suppliers through tender and quotation exercises.
• Prepare tender documentation, perform quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and tender analysis.
• Support tender submissions and pre-contract commercial activities.
• Assess and certify subcontractor progress claims and payment recommendations.
• Prepare and submit progress claims to clients and consultants.
• Manage final account negotiations and settlement with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams on contractual and commercial matters.
• Provide commercial advice and support to project managers and site teams.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Building, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant quantity surveying experience for Senior QS level or 10 years for Assistant Manager level.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore construction contracts, cost control, procurement, and contract administration.
• Experience in handling main contracts, subcontract management, variation claims, and final accounts.
• Proficient in quantity take-offs, cost estimation, budgeting, and tender evaluation.
• Good understanding of local construction practices and regulations.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

We are committed to conducting business with integrity and in full compliance with all applicable anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws. Successful candidates will be expected to uphold the Company's ethical standards and comply with all requirements set out in the Company's Compliance Policy.