Senior Quantity Surveyor

Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks a Quantity Surveyor to support cost consultancy and project development from feasibility through final account.

You will prepare cost plans, manage tenders, evaluate contracts, and advise on procurement strategies across all stages.

The role requires a degree in QS or related field, strong communication, and the ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or diploma in QS/Cost Consultancy or related field.
• Experience in both pre-construction and construction phases.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project delivery tools.
• Strong communication, negotiation and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost plans by accurately taking off quantities and pricing.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, designers, and owners to update plans.
• Advise clients on procurement strategies to optimize project outcomes.
• Support tender documents preparation including Bills of Quantities and Schedules."
• Manage tender process by evaluating returns and supporting negotiations.
• Evaluate and administer contracts, including valuations and final accounts.
• Maintain relationships with clients, design consultants, and contractors.
• Certify final payment claims and prepare cost reports for approvals.
• Provide cost advisory support from feasibility to final accounts.
• Manage workload to meet deadlines and client expectations.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is a global professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. Operating in 70 countries, JLL delivers expert property and investment solutions to clients, managing a portfolio of 3.0 billion sq ft and US$47.6 billion in assets under management.

Job Summary

Support cost consultancy and project development by preparing cost plans, managing tender processes, evaluating contracts, and advising clients on procurement strategies across all project stages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost plans by accurately taking off quantities and pricing for projects
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, designers, and owners to update and adjust cost plans based on project changes
• Advise clients on effective procurement strategies to optimize project outcomes
• Support contractor pre-qualification and evaluation processes to ensure suitable contractor selection
• Assist in preparing tender documents, including compiling Bills of Quantities, Schedule of Works, and Schedule of Rates
• Manage the tender process by comparing tender returns and supporting client negotiations with contractors and subcontractors
• Evaluate and administer contracts on behalf of clients, including contract valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, design consultants, and contractors to facilitate project success
• Certify final payment claims and prepare comprehensive cost reports for client approval and project closure
• Provide cost advisory support throughout all project stages, from feasibility studies to final account settlement
• Manage workload effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines and high client expectations
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support project and development services

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience in QS/Cost Consultancy roles
• Experience in both pre-construction and construction phases of projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to adapt to various technology platforms used in project delivery
• Strong communication skills to clearly convey information and collaborate across teams
• Negotiation skills to support pricing discussions with contractors and subcontractors
• Analytical and strategic thinking skills to assess project costs and procurement options
• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in cost plans, tender documents, and contract administration
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently
• Collaborative mindset to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams