Senior Quantity Surveyor: Cost Planning & Tender Lead

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Singapore is seeking a Project & Development Services QS/Cost Consultant. You will assist in cost planning, prepare Bills of Quantities, and support tender documents while advising clients on procurement strategies.

You will coordinate with engineers, designers and owners, manage pre-qualification and tender processes, and evaluate contracts, finalising accounts and payments. A strong emphasis on detail and negotiation is required.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in QS/M&E Engineering, or equivalent.
• Up to eight years’ experience in QS/Cost Consultancy.
• Experience in pre-construction and construction phases.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tech-savvy.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of cost plans including taking off quantities and pricing for projects.
• Confer with engineers, architects, designers and owners on changes and adjustments to cost plans.
• Advise clients on procurement strategies.
• Support pre-qualification and evaluation of contractors.
• Assist in preparation of tender documents and management of tender process.
• Compare tender returns and assist clients in pricing negotiations with contractors.
• Evaluate contracts and administer contracts for clients (valuations, variations, final accounts).
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and contractors.
• Certify final payment claims and prepare cost reports for client sign-off.
• Provide cost advisory support across all project stages from feasibility to final account.
• Thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines and high expectations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tech savvy

Negotiation skills

Education

QS/M&E Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Singapore is seeking a Project & Development Services QS/Cost Consultant. You will assist in cost planning, prepare Bills of Quantities, and support tender documents while advising clients on procurement strategies.

You will coordinate with engineers, designers and owners, manage pre-qualification and tender processes, and evaluate contracts, finalising accounts and payments. A strong emphasis on detail and negotiation is required.