Job Description

• We are seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join our team and ensure effective cost management, contract administration, and project monitoring across our construction projects.
• The ideal candidate will play a key role in delivering projects within budget and on time while maintaining quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review project documentation, including scope of work, preambles, drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, considering materials, labour, and overhead costs.
• Liaise with the site construction team and certify completed works to facilitate subcontractor payments.
• Manage contracts and ensure full compliance with terms and conditions.
• Identify potential financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Assess project designs for cost-effectiveness and suggest alternatives that maintain quality.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress and adherence to contracts.
• Track the quantity of materials received, issued, and used at the site to support weekly progress reporting.
• Evaluate change orders and variations from subcontractors and clients in line with contract agreements.
• Monitor payments to subcontractors against budgeted quantities and actual progress.
• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate tender documents with contractors; select suitable bids.
• Assess material specifications and pricing from vendors/subcontractors to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Monitor projects for budget adherence, demand forecasts, and potential time overruns to ensure timely execution.
• Negotiate pricing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and subcontractor valuations.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to achieve cost reductions and process efficiencies.

Job Requirements

• BSc/HND in Quantity Surveying with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying (procurement experience is an advantage).
• Must be a Registered Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Sound knowledge of construction processes and standards.
• Proficient in MS Excel and other relevant software.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

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