SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR

XIE HE ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Singapore is seeking a professional for cost estimation and contract administration for various projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of cost estimation, reviewing tender documents, and negotiating with suppliers. Applicants should have a degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying and possess strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills. The role demands the ability to manage multiple projects, ensuring financial success throughout each stage of construction.

Qualifications

• Tertiary education in construction management or quantity surveying.
• Knowledge of construction industry practices and standards.
• Experience in cost estimation and management techniques.
• Understanding of contract administration and legal aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost estimation and contract administration for projects.
• Review tender documents and engage in pre-tendering activities.
• Prepare detailed bills of quantities and project cost estimates.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors for best pricing.
• Monitor and manage project budgets and financial transactions.

Skills

Cost estimation techniques

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Cost management

Education

Tertiary Degree in Construction Management/Quantity Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Scope of Work:

Manage and prepare all the cost estimation and contract administrative for the construction projects. This ranges from initial calculations to the final accounts. Your role will be highly critical in ensuring the financial success of our construction projects.

Responsibility:

1. Reviews tender documents. Participation in the pre-tendering activities with client and project managers and raising relevant pre-bid queries from the given tender.

2. Preparing BOQ. Provide detailed and accurate quantity and component take-offs against the drawings as specified in the tender document. Prepare project preliminary cost.

3. Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain the best prices and terms.

4. Understanding the contract requirements, study and identify discrepancies in tender/contract documents and raise queries for clarifications.

5. Managing project budgets, including forecasting and monitoring costs. Monitor and control costs throughout the project, identifying cost-saving opportunities.

6. Check and verify the progress of work and submission of progress claims to client.

7. Check and verify subcontracts/ vendors progress claims against the actual work and quality of work done and certify progress claim.

8. Work closely with the Project Team to provide cost and contractual advice as well as to determine the valuation of work done at site.

9. Maintaining accurate records and documentation of all project-related costs and financial transactions.

Required skills and qualifications：

1. Tertiary Degree in Construction Management/Quantity Surveying.

2. Sound knowledge of construction industry practices, regulations and standards.

3. Proficiency in cost estimation and cost management techniques.

4. Familiarity with contract administration and legal aspects of construction projects.

5. Experience working with AutoCAD and validating quantities from the given drawings.

6. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.

7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with extraordinary negotiation abilities.

8. Proficiency in relevant software and tools for quantity surveying.

9. Strong project management skills and ability to work under pressure.