Senior Quantity Surveyor (Commercial Projects)

GMP RECRUITMENT SERVICES (S) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GMP Recruitment Services (S) Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead cost control, procurement, and commercial management on large construction projects in Singapore. You will oversee budgets, prepare costings, and manage contracts from inception to completion, while implementing risk strategies and cost reports.

The role requires a Bachelor's in QS or CM, professional accreditation, and 8+ years' experience; proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional accreditation (RICS, CIOB) is often required.
• At least 8 years of working experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Membership in recognized Quantity Surveying professional bodies (SISV, RICS, MRICS) is a plus.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and procurement skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project budgets and cost control.
• Conduct cost analysis and prepare cost reports.
• Manage project finances from inception to completion.
• Prepare and manage contracts, including bills of quantities.
• Review and negotiate contract amendments with subcontractors and clients.
• Handle the procurement of materials and subcontractors; negotiate terms.
• Lead preparation and submission of tenders; prepare comprehensive costing.
• Identify and manage commercial risks; develop mitigation strategies.
• Supervise junior QS staff and provide commercial advice to site teams.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide progress updates.

Skills

Cost management

Negotiation

Contract management

Procurement

Project management

Risk management

Financial analysis

Communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Professional accreditation (RICS/CIOB)

Membership in recognized bodies (SISV/RICS/MRICS)

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Cost Management

• Oversee project budgets and ensure costs are controlled.
• Conduct cost analysis and prepare cost reports.
• Manage project finances from inception to completion.

Contract Administration

• Prepare and manage contracts, including bills of quantities.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
• Review and negotiate contract amendments with subcontractors and clients.
• Familiar with different forms of contracts. E.g. PSSCOC and REDAS

Procurement

• Handle the procurement of materials and subcontractors.
• Negotiate terms to secure the best value for money.
• Prepare subcontract documents and manage tender processes.

Project Tender Management

• Lead preparation and submission of tenders.
• Review tender documents and contractual requirements, and delegate sub-tasks to QS team.
• Prepare comprehensive costing, including fees, materials and fluctuations, specialists and subcontractors' works and preliminaries.
• Ensure timely, compliant and competitive costs / tender bid submission.
• Prepare post-mortem analysis and improvements

Risk Management

• Identify and manage commercial risks.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks.
• Perform risk and value management and cost control.

Project Management

• Supervise and delegate tasks to junior QS staff.
• Provide commercial advice to the site team.
• Ensure projects are completed within budget and on time.

Client Liaison

• Maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Provide regular updates on project progress and financial status.
• Address client concerns and ensure client satisfaction.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare detailed progress reports and costings for tenders.
• Value completed work and arrange for payments.
• Ensure all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., RICS, CIOB) is often required.
• At least 8 years of working experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Professional Qualifications: Membership in recognized Quantity Surveying professional bodies (e.g., SISV, RICS, MRICS) is a plus.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and procurement skills.
• Claim conscious with sharp sense of cost
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD) is advantageous
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in cost management software and tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously