Senior Quantity Surveyor

QUEK HOCK SENG CONSTRUCTION (PTE) LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

QUEK HOCK SENG CONSTRUCTION (PTE) LTD is a Singapore-based contractor delivering quality cost control and contract administration across building projects.

The Quantity Surveyor will manage pre- and post-contract tasks, lead tender submissions, negotiate subcontracts, and provide financial reporting while mentoring junior colleagues to uphold project timelines and commercial success.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Building or equivalent qualification.
• Understanding of building contract law and contractual obligations.
• Minimum 6 years of experience working with a main contractor.
• Proficient in computer literacy, including advanced Excel and quantity surveying software skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer pre- and post-contract processes to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project timelines.
• Prepare tender cost submissions by pricing, quantity take-offs, and cost evaluations to support bidding accuracy.
• Obtain, liaise, and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive quotations and terms.
• Measure and verify quantities accurately for cost control and contract documentation.
• Prepare Variation Orders, claims, and final accounts to manage contract changes and financial closure.
• Draft subcontract agreements and process subcontractor payments to maintain smooth project cash flow.
• Complete all required contract obligations within stipulated deadlines and constraints to ensure project progress.
• Generate regular cost reports, financial forecasts, and management updates to inform decision-making.
• Manage and mentor junior team members to develop their skills and ensure quality deliverables.
• Perform all other quantity surveying related duties as required to support project success.

Skills

Cost control

Tendering

Subcontractor negotiations

Financial reporting

Excel

QS software

Education

Degree or Diploma in Building or equivalent qualification

Tools

CostX

Job description

Company Overview

QUEK HOCK SENG CONSTRUCTION (PTE) LTD is a construction company specializing in building projects, delivering quality and timely contract administration services in Singapore.

Job Summary

Manage pre- and post-contract administration tasks to ensure accurate cost control and contract compliance. Lead tender preparation, subcontractor negotiations, and financial reporting while mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Administer pre- and post-contract processes to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project timelines


• Prepare tender cost submissions by pricing, quantity take-offs, and cost evaluations to support bidding accuracy


• Obtain, liaise, and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive quotations and terms


• Measure and verify quantities accurately for cost control and contract documentation


• Prepare Variation Orders, claims, and final accounts to manage contract changes and financial closure


• Draft subcontract agreements and process subcontractor payments to maintain smooth project cash flow


• Complete all required contract obligations within stipulated deadlines and constraints to ensure project progress


• Generate regular cost reports, financial forecasts, and management updates to inform decision-making


• Manage and mentor junior team members to develop their skills and ensure quality deliverables


• Perform all other quantity surveying related duties as required to support project success

Required competencies and certifications

• Degree or Diploma in Building or equivalent qualification


• Understanding of building contract law and contractual obligations


• Minimum 6 years of experience working with a main contractor


• Proficient in computer literacy, including advanced Excel and quantity surveying software skills

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• High level of integrity, responsibility, and teamwork skills

Other Information

• Salary package commensurate with experience


• Work schedule: 5.5 days per week with alternate Saturdays off