Senior Quantity Surveyor (Construction)

WECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead a team in managing post-contract administration for construction projects. The role involves overseeing budgeting, cost management, and contract negotiations while ensuring compliance with local regulations. Candidates should possess a degree in Quantity Surveying and have at least 5 years of managerial experience. Strong knowledge of commonly used contracts in Singapore is essential. This position offers a significant opportunity for professional development and impacts project success.

Qualifications

• Preferably 5 years of relevant managerial experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract commonly used in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Quantity Surveyors in post-contract administration.
• Oversee project budgeting and cash flow control.
• Review, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor quotations.
• Administer contractual matters including progress claims and variations.
• Prepare and present monthly cost and progress reports.
• Liaise closely with clients and subcontractors for compliance.
• Support contract reviews and procurement strategies.
• Evaluate and manage subcontractor payments and final accounts.
• Drive value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with main contract conditions and regulations.
• Participate in site meetings and audits.

Skills

Project management

Cost management

Contract negotiation

Team leadership

Risk management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Building

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Quantity Surveyors in post-contract administration and procurement for fast-track construction projects.
• Oversee project budgeting, cash flow control, cost management, claims processing, contract payments, and final account settlements.
• Review, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations, ensuring contract awards align with project budgets and requirements.
• Administer and monitor contractual matters including progress claims, variations, extensions of time (EOT), and loss and expense claims.
• Prepare and present monthly cost and progress reports to support accurate financial tracking and forecasting.
• Liaise closely with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve commercial issues and ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Support contract reviews, procurement strategies, and risk management initiatives.
• Evaluate, certify, and manage subcontractor payments, variation order submissions, and final accounts.
• Drive value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure full compliance with main contract conditions, SIA, PSSCOC, and relevant local regulatory requirements.
• Participate in site meetings, audits, and final project handovers relating to commercial and contractual deliverables.
• Maintain accurate and well-organised project documentation.

Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, or an equivalent qualification, preferable 5 years’ relevant managerial experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract commonly used in Singapore, including SIA, PSSCOC, and REDAS.

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