Senior Quantity Surveyor (LTA)

china harbour engineering company ltd singapore branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

China Harbour Engineering Company Ltd Singapore Branch is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the LTA civil infrastructure project at Tuas South Boulevard, Singapore. The successful candidate will manage quantity surveying, cost control and contractual matters across the project lifecycle.

The role requires a Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably on LTA projects in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Building or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant quantity surveying experience in civil infrastructure projects, preferably with an A1 main contractor.
• Experience working on LTA projects in Singapore is required.
• Good knowledge of Singapore construction contracts, particularly LTA contract requirements and procedures.
• Strong experience in subcontract administration, variation claims, cost control and final accounts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS Office applications.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and coordinate effectively with project teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage quantity surveying and contract administration activities for civil infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BQ), cost estimates, interim valuations and progress claims.
• Administer subcontracts, work orders and purchase orders, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.
• Evaluate, negotiate and manage variation orders (VO), claims and final accounts.
• Review and certify subcontractors' progress claims and payment applications.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and expenditure to ensure effective cost control.
• Prepare cost reports, cash flow forecasts and commercial updates for management.
• Identify potential contractual risks and provide recommendations on cost and commercial matters.
• Liaise with project managers, consultants, clients and subcontractors on contractual and commercial issues.
• Support the Contracts Manager in resolving contractual disputes and managing project claims.
• Ensure proper documentation and records of contractual correspondence, variations and payments.
• Perform other project-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost control

Contract administration

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering / Building

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our LTA civil infrastructure project at Tuas South Boulevard, Singapore. The successful candidate will be responsible for quantity surveying, cost management, subcontract administration and contractual matters throughout the project lifecycle.

Work Location: Tuas South Boulevard, Singapore
Project: LTA Viaduct Construction
Reporting To: Commercial Manager / Senior Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage quantity surveying and contract administration activities for civil infrastructure projects.

• Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BQ), cost estimates, interim valuations and progress claims.

• Administer subcontracts, work orders and purchase orders, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.

• Evaluate, negotiate and manage variation orders (VO), claims and final accounts.

• Review and certify subcontractors' progress claims and payment applications.

• Monitor project costs, budgets and expenditure to ensure effective cost control.

• Prepare cost reports, cash flow forecasts and commercial updates for management.

• Identify potential contractual risks and provide recommendations on cost and commercial matters.

• Liaise with project managers, consultants, clients and subcontractors on contractual and commercial issues.

• Support the Contracts Manager in resolving contractual disputes and managing project claims.

• Ensure proper documentation and records of contractual correspondence, variations and payments.

• Perform other project-related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Building or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant quantity surveying experience in civil infrastructure projects, preferably with an A1 main contractor.

• Experience working on LTA projects in Singapore is required.

• Good knowledge of Singapore construction contracts, particularly LTA contract requirements and procedures.

• Strong experience in subcontract administration, variation claims, cost control and final accounts.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.

• Able to work independently and coordinate effectively with project teams and stakeholders.

• Experience in road, bridge, viaduct or MRT projects will be an advantage.