Senior Quantity Surveyor

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and bills of quantities from architectural and engineering drawings.
• Manage project budgets, financial reporting, cost forecasts, and savings or overruns.
• Evaluate and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Monitor expenditures, perform cost value reconciliations, and allocate work-package costs.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and verify claims.
• Manage tender documentation, contract terms, variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Identify cost risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Advise stakeholders on contracts, cost control, and procurement.
• Maintain contractual and financial records for audit and reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of quantity surveying and cost management experience in construction or engineering.
• Expertise in cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and commercial project management.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and pricing trends in local and international markets.
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in quantity surveying software such as CostX, WinQS, or Candy.
• Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline.
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills for multidisciplinary coordination.
• Knowledge of FIDIC and other standard contract forms is an advantage.

Preferred Credentials

• Professional membership or certification such as MRICS, RICS, CIQS, or an equivalent is highly preferred.

Project Environment

• The role includes regular site visits and collaboration with project managers, engineers, contractors, clients, the Resident Engineer, and construction teams.
• The position supports projects across healthcare, commercial, residential, and industrial sectors.