Senior Quantity Surveyor

phoenix recruitment pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Career progression plan

Permanent role

Job summary

Phoenix Recruitment Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage financial and contractual aspects of large infrastructure projects, ensuring cost control, contract administration, and coordination with contractors and suppliers.

The role requires 5–7 years of local QS experience, familiarity with MRT/LTA projects, and strong negotiation and procurement skills. Permanent, five-day work week, with professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in QS/CE/Building or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of quantity surveying experience in the local market.
• Experience on LTA/MRT projects and with A1 Main Contractors in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Manage quantity surveying tasks for sub-contracts, works orders, and purchase orders.
• Prepare interim valuations, variations, and final accounts for accurate financial tracking.
• Liaise with main/sub-contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Prepare RFQ/Open Tender documents and source suppliers/sub-contractors.
• Evaluate and certify progress payments in line with contracts.
• Prepare detailed project budgeting and cost reports.
• Maintain audit-ready project documentation.
• Summarise tender enquiries, identify scope, and prepare commercial proposals.
• Compile supporting documents for tender submissions.
• Follow up and negotiate contract terms and manage progress claims.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Construction management

Cost control

Negotiation

Procurement

Tendering

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Post-Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Building, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

The client is a respected civils contractor in Singapore known for delivering unique infrastructure projects. They maintain a strong project pipeline and have a reputation for quality and reliability in the local construction industry.

Job Summary

You will manage financial and contractual aspects of large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring accurate cost control, contract administration, and effective collaboration with contractors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Control Manager and Cost Manager by managing quantity surveying tasks related to sub-contracts, works orders, and purchase orders to support project delivery
• Prepare interim valuations, negotiate and agree on contract variations, update claim submissions, and finalize accounts to ensure accurate financial tracking
• Liaise with main contractors, sub-contractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders to maintain clear communication and resolve issues promptly
• Prepare Request for Quotation (RFQ) and Open Tender documents and source suppliers and sub-contractors to support procurement processes
• Evaluate and certify sub-contractors’ progress payments to ensure compliance with contract terms and project budgets
• Prepare detailed project budgeting and costing reports to monitor financial performance and support decision‑making
• Maintain proper documentation and project administration to ensure audit readiness and compliance
• Review and summarize tender enquiries, identify scope of works, and prepare commercial proposals to secure new contracts
• Compile supporting documents for tender and proposal submissions to meet client and regulatory requirements
• Follow up and negotiate contract terms, review conditions, and manage progress claims and payments to protect company interests

Required competencies and certifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Post-Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Building, or related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of quantity surveying experience with strong knowledge of local construction practices
• Proven experience working on LTA/MRT projects and with A1 Main Contractors in Singapore

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Proficiency in construction management, quantity surveying, and cost control demonstrated through managing project financials and contracts
• Strong negotiation, procurement, and tendering skills applied to contract management and supplier engagement
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and building drawings to support accurate cost estimation and contract administration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD software to prepare reports and technical documents
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with diverse project teams
• Meticulous attention to detail and numerical sensitivity to ensure accuracy in financial documentation

Other Information

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, with a focus on securing the right candidate and offering a competitive package
• Work schedule: 5 days a week
• Permanent role
• Training and continued professional development opportunities provided
• Tailored individual career plan and supportive team environment