Quantity Surveyor

Key responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate quantity surveying, engineering, and commercial aspects throughout the project lifecycle.

• Possess a strong understanding of cost control and budget management.

• Proficient in accurate cost estimation methods and processes.

• Well-versed in aspects of contract management and the tender process.

• Prepare and review quantity take-offs, BOQ, cost estimates, budgets, and tender/commercial documents.

• Review engineering drawings, specifications, method statements, material submittals, and other technical documents.

• Monitor project progress, cost, quality, and compliance with approved drawings, specifications, codes, and standards.

• Prepare, evaluate, and manage variations, claims, payment applications, and contractual entitlements.

• Review subcontractor and supplier quotations, commercial proposals, and payment documentation.

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams to resolve technical, quantity, cost, and contractual matters.

• Monitor project cost, revenue, cash flow, commitments, and overall profitability.

• Identify technical, commercial, contractual, and cost risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.

• Support contract administration, commercial negotiations, project forecasting, and cost control.

• Conduct site inspections and verify quantities, work progress, quality, and technical compliance.

• Prepare regular project, cost, commercial, and progress reports for management.

• Ensure all project activities comply with contractual requirements, company procedures, and applicable standards.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in construction, engineering, quantity surveying, or commercial project management.

• Strong understanding of quantity take-off, BOQ, cost estimation, budgeting, and cost control.

• Good knowledge of engineering drawings, specifications, construction methods, and applicable standards.

• Experienced in contract administration, variation orders, claims, payment certification, and commercial negotiations.

• Strong understanding of project cost, cash flow, forecasting, and profitability.

• Ability to review and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations and commercial proposals.

• Strong analytical, numerical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

• Good communication and coordination skills with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; knowledge of AutoCAD and/or relevant project management or QS software is an advantage.

• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet project deadlines.

• Willing to work on-site and travel to project locations when required.

• Strong attention to detail, integrity, and commitment to achieving project objectives.

• Professional certification in QS, Engineering, or Construction Management is an advantage.