Senior Quantity Surveyor – Facade Projects Lead

AVA Global Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AVA Global Pte Ltd is seeking Quantity Surveyors in Singapore to oversee budgeting, tendering, and contract administration for facade projects. You will read architectural and facade drawings, prepare quantities, and evaluate sub-contractor bids while ensuring compliance with company standards.

Senior roles require 5+ years in construction QS with facade exposure; juniors receive comprehensive training. Proficiency in QS software like Cubicost or AutoCAD is advantageous, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Education: Diploma or Bachelor's in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Senior/Managerial: minimum 5 years of proven construction QS experience with facade exposure.
• Junior roles: candidates with limited or fresh experience are welcome; training provided.
• Technical Skills: read/interpret structural, architectural and facade drawings; QS measurement software like Cubicost or AutoCAD advantageous.
• Commercial Acumen: familiarity with Singapore contract forms and tendering procedures.
• Soft Skills: autonomous work, multitasking, and meeting tight deadlines with strong communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee or assist with project budget estimation, cost planning, cash flow forecasting, and final account settlements.
• Conduct detailed material take-offs and measurements from project blueprints.
• Read, interpret, and analyze architectural, structural, shop drawings and facade specifications.
• Identify discrepancies between drawings and contracts to mitigate financial risks.
• Participate in or lead tendering from inception to award.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities based on drawings and requirements; evaluate sub-contractor quotations.
• Draft award recommendations after cost comparisons.
• Review, negotiate, and manage main contracts and subcontracts for compliance with standards.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate variation orders, claims, and disputes with clients and suppliers.
• Senior/Managerial: mentor and manage a team of junior QS.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and external consultants to keep projects commercially viable.

Skills

Budgeting

Contract management

Tendering

Facade construction

Communication

Autonomous work

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Civil Engineering

Tools

Cubicost

AutoCAD

Job description

AVA Global Pte Ltd is seeking Quantity Surveyors in Singapore to oversee budgeting, tendering, and contract administration for facade projects. You will read architectural and facade drawings, prepare quantities, and evaluate sub-contractor bids while ensuring compliance with company standards.

Senior roles require 5+ years in construction QS with facade exposure; juniors receive comprehensive training. Proficiency in QS software like Cubicost or AutoCAD is advantageous, and strong communication