Senior Quantity Surveyor

OUNG CONSTRUCTION (S) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AWS

Variable Bonus

Medical Insurance and GHS Insurance

Job summary

OUNG CONSTRUCTION (S) PTE LTD in Singapore seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the tender management for marine construction projects, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and value optimisation.

You will oversee pre- and post-tender activities, negotiate contracts, manage cost planning, and collaborate with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to deliver on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 8–10 years of direct experience in contract and tender management in Singapore construction.
• Proven track record managing full tender process for large-scale projects (S$3 million+).
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of contract law and tender processes; proficient with contract management tools.
• Ability to review, draft, and administer tender documents with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support senior management in developing business strategies and client relationships incorporating legal aspects of partnerships.
• Lead Tender Department pre- and post-tender administration and procurement activities.
• Oversee cost planning, tender preparation, invitation, negotiations, evaluations, and confirmations.
• Draft and negotiate tender documents; ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with project teams to meet tender specs and milestones; conduct contract evaluations.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organisational skills

Contract management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

The Senior Quantity Surveyor, (QS) will oversee the review, negotiation, drafting, and management of tenders, ensuring compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards. They build strong client relationships, propose partnership models, and work closely with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to support the success of marine construction projects.

Responsibilities:

• Support Senior Management in developing business strategies and building strong client relationships, focusing on legal aspects of partnership models.
• Lead the Tender Department's pre- and post-tender administration, including procurement activities.
• Oversee cost planning, tender preparation, and submission processes. Manage quotation invitations, negotiations, evaluations, and confirmations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate tender documents for marine construction projects, ensuring legal compliance, risk mitigation, and alignment with company goals.
• Collaborate with project teams to meet tender specifications and project milestones. Conduct regular contract evaluations to drive performance improvement and value optimisation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years of direct experience in contract and tender management within the Singapore construction industry.
• Demonstrated experience in managing the full tender process for large-scale projects, each with a value of S$3 million or greater.
• Legal knowledge and experience with Tender are highly preferred.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct to handle confidential and sensitive information, and adherence to ethical standards for establishing trust and credibility.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills; proficiency in contract management software and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to analyse complex contract terms, identify potential risks, and develop solutions to mitigate them.
• Meticulous attention to detail to accurately review, draft, and administer Tender. A keen eye for identifying inconsistencies, errors, or potential issues is vital to maintain contract integrity.
• Capable of prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and managing contract-related workflows efficiently.
• In-depth understanding of marine construction processes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements (contract law and legal principles).

Employee Benefits

• AWS
• Variable Bonus
• Medical Insurance and GHS Insurance Coverage