Quantity Surveyor

Company Overview

KOON LIAN CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD., affiliated with KOON LIAN ENGINEERING (S) PTE. LTD., is a sub-contractor specializing in civil engineering works including earthworks, external works, demolition, underground services, and supplying tipper trucks, equipment, and machinery.

Job Summary

Support civil engineering projects by managing quantity take-offs, cost breakdowns, progress claims, and supplier negotiations to ensure accurate project costing and timely material procurement.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity take-offs and prepare detailed cost breakdowns for pre-contract and post-contract phases to support accurate budgeting
• Prepare and follow up on progress claims, progress certifications, variation orders, and final account settlements with main contractors, sub-contractors, and suppliers
• Maintain accurate records and track all variation orders for timely submission and approval
• Develop monthly cash flow projections to assist in financial planning and project management
• Source, negotiate, and evaluate quotations from sub-contractors and suppliers by preparing comprehensive price comparisons
• Prepare Works Orders and Letters of Award for sub-contractors and suppliers to formalize agreements
• Liaise with project teams to coordinate material ordering, issue Purchase Orders, and monitor cost control measures
• Attend project and site meetings to provide updates and resolve issues related to quantity surveying and procurement
• Collaborate effectively with teammates to ensure smooth project execution and communication
• Execute additional ad-hoc duties as assigned to support project and company objectives

Required competencies and certifications

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or Building
• Minimum 1 year of working experience in the Civil Engineering industry

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency to facilitate communication with diverse stakeholders