Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description:

• Prepare, review, and manage cost estimates, budgets, and financial plans for construction projects, focusing on diaphragm wall, foundation works, and civil engineering projects.
• Monitor project financial performance by tracking costs, expenditures, and variations against budgeted amounts.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for potential construction projects to assess financial viability.
• Collaborate with project teams to prepare tender documents, contracts, and procurement schedules.
• Evaluate and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure competitive pricing and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare interim valuations, final accounts, and comprehensive cost reports for review by senior management and clients.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Prepare contractual correspondence with the Project Manager, submitting claims notices promptly according to contractual timetables.
• Prepare and submit payment applications on schedule, actively following up to promote certification and payment, and ensure timely submission and agreement of final accounts.
• Manage issuance of works orders for subcontractors, oversee monthly payments, and reconcile final accounts with subcontractors.
• Compile monthly sales figures for Project Manager review and report on monthly subcontractor liabilities.
• Ensure accurate measurement of works to maximize entitlements and comply with contractual requirements.
• Promptly notify and submit insurance claims, ensuring timely submission of claim particulars.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in quantity surveying, with a strong background in Singapore Construction Industry, with the Main Contractor preferred.
• Proven track record in managing project costs, budgets, and financial reporting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction contracts, procurement methods, and tendering processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex technical documents and financial data.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Adaptability to changing project requirements and deadlines.