Senior / Quantity Surveyor (Civil Large-Scale Project)

JDA WMS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

JDA WMS Pte Ltd seeks an experienced Senior/Quantity Surveyor to manage cost control, tendering, claims and contract administration for large-scale civil projects in Singapore. You will liaise with clients and consultants, prepare tender docs, and monitor progress claims and variations with accuracy.

The role requires a recognised QS degree, strong MS Office skills, and experience with local contracts. Independent, detail‑oriented professionals who can work in a team are welcome.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Familiar with local civil construction contracts.
• Experience in cost estimation, tendering, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed quantity take-offs and prepare accurate cost estimations to support project budgeting and tender submissions.
• Prepare and compile tender and quotation documents for submission, and manage follow-up activities including tender clarifications and interview coordination.
• Source, liaise with, and negotiate favourable terms with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive and value-driven procurement outcomes
• Prepare, submit, and resolve progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts in a timely and accurate manner
• Evaluate and certify subcontractors' progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts in accordance with contract terms and project requirements
• Attend site meetings regularly to capture and document all potential variation claims, prepare interim valuations, and identify emerging variation works for commercial assessment
• Liaise with clients and consultants on all contractual and commercial matters, maintaining professional and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Undertake any other duties or related tasks as assigned by the QS Manager or senior management

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

AutoCAD

Job description

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior / Quantity Surveyor to manage the full spectrum of quantity surveying and contract administration activities for large-scale civil construction projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in cost management, tendering, claims administration, and client and consultant liaison to support the successful commercial delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed quantity take-offs and prepare accurate cost estimations to support project budgeting and tender submissions

• Prepare and compile tender and quotation documents for submission, and manage follow-up activities including tender clarifications and interview coordination

• Source, liaise with, and negotiate favourable terms with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive and value-driven procurement outcomes

• Prepare, submit, and resolve progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts in a timely and accurate manner

• Evaluate and certify subcontractors' progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts in accordance with contract terms and project requirements

• Attend site meetings regularly to capture and document all potential variation claims, prepare interim valuations, and identify emerging variation works for commercial assessment

• Liaise with clients and consultants on all contractual and commercial matters, maintaining professional and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle

• Undertake any other duties or related tasks as assigned by the QS Manager or senior management

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution

• Relevant experience in quantity surveying and contract administration within the local construction industry is preferred

• Prior exposure to large-scale civil construction projects will be an added advantage

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; basic knowledge of AutoCAD is an advantage

• Sound knowledge of quantity measurement, cost estimation, tender preparation, and contract administration practices

• Experienced in the preparation and evaluation of progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts

• Familiar with local construction contracts, procurement processes, and industry standards

• Meticulous and detail-oriented, with a strong sense of accuracy in cost and contract documentation

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively as part of a team

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• JDA WMS Pte Ltd | EA Personnel: Pham Thi Tuyet Mai

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