Strategic Quantity Surveyor (Cost & Contracts)

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

Job summary

HXT CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD. is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects, including cost estimation, tender preparation, contract administration, payment claims, variation orders, and final accounts.

The role requires coordination with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to optimize cost control and contract performance across projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in the construction industry is preferred.
• Good knowledge of construction contracts, cost estimation, tendering, and quantity measurement.
• Familiar with Progress Claims, Variation Orders, and Final Accounts.
• Good analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant QS software.
• Female candidates are preferred.
• Fluency in both English and Chinese is preferred.
• Candidates who can communicate effectively with Chinese-speaking clients, contractors, subcontractors, and workers will have an added advantage.
• Singapore construction industry experience will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and tender documents for construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements to ensure accurate pricing.
• Manage construction contracts and monitor contractual obligations.
• Review quotations, contracts, and commercial terms with contractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and assess progress claims and payment applications.
• Verify completed works and ensure accurate valuation of work done.
• Evaluate and manage Variation Orders (VO) and additional works.
• Monitor project costs and ensure expenditure remains within the approved budget.
• Review subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Negotiate prices and commercial terms where required.
• Maintain good working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and clients.
• Prepare and negotiate final accounts upon project completion.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, quotations, claims, variations, and other commercial documents.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tendering

Contract management

Progress claims

Variation orders

Final accounts

Negotiation

Communication

QS software

Education

Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HXT CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD. is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects, including cost estimation, tender preparation, contract administration, payment claims, variation orders, and final accounts.

The role requires coordination with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to optimize cost control and contract performance across projects.