Job Summary:
Quantity surveyor is responsible to manage the costs of a construction project and ensure that project is completed within its projected budget. Responsibility includes - from initial estimates to the final acquisition of materials right up to handing over the project.
Duties & Responsibilities, (include but not limited to):

• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect.
• Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work.
• Price/forecast the cost of the different materials needed for the project
• Assist in establishing a requirement and undertake feasibility study.
• Perform risk, value management and cost control.
• Advise on a procurement strategy.
• Identify, analyze and develop responses to commercial risks.
• Analyze costings for tenders.
• Provide advice on contractual claims.
• Analyze outcomes and write detailed progress reports.
• Ensure the site progress work is organized in accordance with the contract and planning engineer’s progress reports.
• Track changes to the design and/or construction work and adjusting budget projections accordingly.
• Procure or agree the services of contractors and/or subcontractors who work on the construction of the project.
• Measure and value the work completed on site in accordance with the condition of the contract.
• Value completed work and arranged payments to Contractors, Subcontractors & Suppliers.
• Maintain awareness of the different contracts in current use.
• Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with the client and other construction professionals, such as site managers, project managers and site engineers on related matter to the contract.
• Select and/or source construction materials.
• Site visits, assessments, and projections for future work.
• Measurement works & Valuation of variations.
• Preparation of interim payment application, penultimate valuation & final accounts.
• Arbitration (Settlement of disputes).
• Ability to understand and interpret contract document in conformity with the condition of contract.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying.
• Minimum 12 Years’ proven experience as a Quantity surveyor or any relevant role.
• UPDA certified
• Should be able to join on a short notice.

Required Skills:

• A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach.
• A practical and logical mind and a methodical way of thinking.
• Proficient in MS Office & good knowledge in Auto CAD.
• Strong numeracy and financial management skills and the ability to learn sophisticated design and costing IT packages.
• The ability to negotiate.
• Ability to write clear and precise reports and to relate complex information in a simple way to a diverse range of people.

Job Type: Full-time