Billing Engineer

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Salary range: Rs 400000 - Rs 500000 (ie INR 4-5 LPA)
Min Experience: 4 years
Location: Kerala
JobType: full-time

We are looking for an experienced Billing Engineer with a strong background in Bar Bending Schedule (BBS) preparation and billing processes in civil and structural construction projects. The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in quantity surveying, contractor/client billing, BBS preparation, and site coordination.

As a Billing Engineer, you will be responsible for managing all project-related billing activities, ensuring accurate measurement, quantity estimation, and verification of work done. Your ability to read and interpret structural drawings and prepare precise bar bending schedules will be essential in maintaining cost control and timely payments in large-scale construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Billing & Invoicing:
• Prepare client and subcontractor bills in accordance with the contract terms and work executed on-site.
• Ensure timely submission and follow-up of Running Account (RA) and final bills.
• Verify and certify bills from subcontractors/vendors based on actual work completed and site measurements.
• Bar Bending Schedule (BBS) Preparation:
• Accurately prepare and check BBS based on structural and architectural drawings.
• Coordinate with site engineers and structural consultants for schedule validation and implementation.
• Optimize steel usage and ensure minimal wastage through detailed BBS analysis.
• Measurement & Quantity Surveying:
• Take measurements on-site and verify quantities executed for billing and reporting.
• Prepare quantity take-offs for various construction activities, materials, and resources.
• Cost & Documentation Management:
• Maintain records of all measurements, quantities, and billing documentation for internal audits.
• Prepare cost comparison sheets, reconciliation reports for steel, cement, and other materials.
• Track project budgets, expenditures, and billing milestones to ensure project profitability.
• Coordination & Communication:
• Liaise with the project management team, clients, consultants, contractors, and site staff to ensure smooth execution of billing processes.
• Address billing queries and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, work measurements, and material usage.
• Compliance & Reporting:
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, contracts, and local regulations.
• Submit timely reports on billing status, quantity variations, and cost forecasts to management.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in construction billing, quantity surveying, and BBS preparation.
• Proficient in preparing Bar Bending Schedules (BBS) using structural drawings.
• Strong knowledge of billing procedures, project documentation, contract conditions, and cost tracking.
• Familiarity with construction software such as AutoCAD, MS Excel, MS Project, and ERP tools.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills for quantity estimation and cost analysis.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to work verification and documentation.