Strategic Quantity Surveyor: Cost Planning & Contracts

Hua Xing Development; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hua Xing Development in Singapore seeks a cost planning professional to lead feasibility studies, develop initial cost plans, and prepare budgets for tenders and contracts.

You will monitor expenditure, manage contract variations, coordinate with clients, architects and engineers, and provide financial progress reports, ensuring value and risk control. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience in procurement, value engineering, and dispute resolution.

Qualifications

• Cost planning and estimation
• Budget management
• Contract management
• Procurement and administration
• Liaison and reporting
• Dispute resolution

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and develop initial cost plans.
• Estimate costs for materials, labor, and equipment by reviewing project blueprints and plans.
• Prepare budgets and detailed costings for tenders and contracts.
• Monitor project expenditure and maintain financial records.
• Track changes to the design or construction and adjust budget projections accordingly.
• Manage risk and perform value engineering to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Handle variations, change orders, and contractual claims.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met by all parties.
• Help source and select construction materials.
• Assist in sourcing contractors and subcontractors.
• Value completed work and manage the payment process.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders.
• Liaise with site managers and other professionals to monitor progress and resolve issues.
• Provide reports on the project's financial progress to clients and other stakeholders.
• Assist in resolving disputes that arise between parties involved in the project.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budget management

Contract management

Procurement

Liaison & reporting

Dispute resolution

Job description

Hua Xing Development in Singapore seeks a cost planning professional to lead feasibility studies, develop initial cost plans, and prepare budgets for tenders and contracts.

You will monitor expenditure, manage contract variations, coordinate with clients, architects and engineers, and provide financial progress reports, ensuring value and risk control. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience in procurement, value engineering, and dispute resolution.