Senior Quantity Surveyor (Homebased)

Outsourced Quality Assured Services Pty; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Outsourced.ph, a Philippines offshore outsourcing company, seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor (Homebased) to prepare takeoffs and bid proposals for CPC's western US projects. The role targets 7+ years of QS experience, a Civil Engineering degree, and proficiency in Bluebeam and MS Office.

The position works on a nightshift schedule (Manila Time) with permanent homebased setup and provided equipment. Responsibilities include cost estimates, takeoffs, document control, and bid development for

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in quantity surveying with advanced knowledge of means and methods.
• Civil Engineering degree from a recognized university.
• Proficient in Bluebeam and MS Office apps including Excel and PowerPoint, plus Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong ability to read plans, specs, and details with precision.
• Able to lead a team and independently generate estimates.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Overseas experience preferred in HK, Thailand or Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Understand scope of onsite/offsite concrete construction projects from drawings and specs.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, analyze docs, and compute time/materials/labor needs.
• Oversee bid proposals and verify bid estimate accuracy against drawings and standards.
• Evaluate alternative methods and value engineering to improve bids.
• Present estimates and participate in bid reviews with senior management.
• Generate reports on bids and sales pipeline for executives.
• Collaborate with COO/owner to craft complete, winning proposals.
• Provide project engineer support with submittals and preconstruction docs.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost estimation

Reading plans

Communication skills

Team player

Self-starter

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Education

Civil Engineering degree

MAPUA University

Adamson University

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Homebased)

Full Time Employee

Job Summary

Cost estimates alone and as part of a team for construction projects. Responsible for takeoffs, document control, cost analysis, and bid proposals.

Job Description

About Us

Outsourced.ph is a leading ISO certified Philippines offshore outsourcing company that provides dedicated remote staff to some of the world's leading international companies. Outsourced is recognized as one of the Best Places to Work and has achieved Great Place to Work Certification. We are committed to providing a positive and supportive work environment where all staff can thrive. As an Outsourced staff member, you will enjoy a fun and friendly working environment, competitive salaries, opportunities for growth and development, work-life balance, and the chance to share your passion with a team of over 1000 talented professionals.

About the Client (US)

A minority-owned small business general contractor that serves military, industrial, commercial, and public works clients in the western U.S. CPC's philosophy since opening in 1996 has been to provide quality workmanship at a fair price and protect the safety of its employees. Headquarters in Long Beach, CA, Command Performance carries on a tradition of excellence in construction that dates to 1946.

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will prepare take-offs and bid proposals for one of CPC's main business lines, commercial construction. This Quantity Surveyor is responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for both private and public sector works projects ranging from $100K - $5M. You will prepare cost estimates alone and as part of a team for construction projects. You will be responsible for takeoffs, document control, cost analysis, and bid proposal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Gain thorough understanding of the scope of onsite and offsite concrete construction projects through the plans and specifications or through concept drawings.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, existing site conditions, and other documentation to prepare quantity takeoffs of time, materials, equipment, labor needs and schedule. Must solicit input from field operations and/or COO to include in final project estimate.
• Responsible for overseeing assigned bid proposals and "take off" quantities to verify accuracy of bid estimates. Quantity Surveyor must ensure the bid estimates correspond to the most recent drawings, city standards, and specifications provided by client.
• Analyze alternative solutions, value engineering, and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid.
• Present estimates and participate in bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Quantity Surveyor is responsible for generating reports for senior management and participating in weekly meetings to report on bid proposals and sales pipeline.
• Work with Chief Operating Officer and owner to develop complete, accurate, and winning bid proposals.
• Provide project engineer support by creating submittals, preparing preconstruction documents for client approval and providing specifications to ensure field team success during construction.

Requirements

• Must have at least 7 years' experience performing quantity surveys with advanced knowledge of means and methods and equipment capabilities. Specific experience in these scopes is preferred: site concrete, asphalt paving, earthwork, underground utilities, and roadwork.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, preferably from MAPUA University or Adamson University.
• Must be proficient in estimating software Bluebeam and all MS Products (MS Word, Excel, Power Point), and Adobe Acrobat.
• Must have extensive knowledge in reading plans, details, and specifications. Must Exhibit detail-oriented focus and precision in performing quantity surveys.
• Ability to independently generate estimates and one day lead a team working on quantity surveys.
• Must be a team player and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Quantity Surveyor must be a clear communicator, organized and a self-starter.
• Preferred Overseas Experience preferably in Hong Kong, Thailand, or Middle East.

Work Schedule (Nightshift)

• Monday to Friday (10PM-7AM; Manila Time)

Work Setup (WFH)

• Permanent Homebased
• Equipment will be provided by the company
• Hired staff is required to have a stable and reliable internet connection with at least 20MBPS for both download AND upload speed.