Strategic Quantity Surveyor: Cost Control & Claims

Kian Hiap Construction Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kian Hiap Construction Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a capable Quantity Surveyor to support cost control, prepare measurements, and assist in tender and project cost management across building projects.

The ideal candidate has a degree or diploma in Building or Quantity Surveying, strong English, and at least 3 years' experience with cost estimation, subcontractor payments, and variation handling. You will work with the Project team to ensure timely, resource-efficient delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Building, Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Computer literate, Microsoft Office.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with proficiency in English.
• With construction background.
• Min 3 years relevant work experience.
• Possess good mathematical and accounting skills.
• Able to work independently and in teams.
• Plays an active role with great initiatives in the project execution to complete the task on time with the optimum utilization of resources.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of measurement sheets and assists in quantity take-off as required.
• Assist in estimation of direct & indirect costs for sub-contract sublet.
• Monitors and records site progress and keep records of day works.
• Checks the allocation of manpower and productivity. Prepares comparison sheets for quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Preparation of payments advice and review then certify claim submission for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist in claims preparation in coordination with the Project Manager/Director.
• Follow up payments from main contractor/consultant/client.
• Assist the PD/PM to establish and operate project cost control.
• Provides advice on contractual claims, VO or other contractual matters.
• Measures and computes values to variations and prepares interim and/or final accounts.
• To provide estimate, computations & work on contractual/technical/project change orders.
• Prepares monthly progress payments to main contractors/consultant/clients.

Skills

Cost estimation

Quantity take-off

Communication skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or Diploma in Building/Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kian Hiap Construction Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a capable Quantity Surveyor to support cost control, prepare measurements, and assist in tender and project cost management across building projects.

The ideal candidate has a degree or diploma in Building or Quantity Surveying, strong English, and at least 3 years' experience with cost estimation, subcontractor payments, and variation handling. You will work with the Project team to ensure timely, resource-efficient delivery.