Quantity Surveyor

Job description / Role

Description

The purpose of this role is to support with cost planning, cost management and procurement across a portfolio of projects.

Your responsibilities

• Production of cost estimates at concept, scheme and detailed design stage
• Manage the tender process, review and analyze tender returns and prepare a recommendation to the project manager
• Work on shop drawings for the project and review the details under the supervision of the PM
• Evaluate subcontractor/contractor shop drawings against the approved drawings
• As primary project cost controller, ensure that the project remains on budget through the design and construction phases
• Liaise with the separate contract admin team to ensure a robust handover of pre-contract documentation and be available to respond to future queries as needed
• Assess and value progress payments and change requests
• Review and compare scopes of work, production rates, and cost data
• Prepare, review, and update cash-flows
• Estimate variation orders for subcontractors/contractors
• Review and evaluate payment certificates for subcontractors/contractors
• Evaluate and negotiate variations and change orders in liaison with the PM and design & construction team
• Evaluate and negotiate final accounts settlements

Requirements

Your qualifications

• A minimum of 5 - 8 years’ experience with large scale projects
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of cost management
• Knowledge of the standard procurement practices
• University graduate

Your proficiencies

• Computer literate in all Microsoft applications (specifically Word & Excel), AutoCAD, Adobe Acrobat XI Professional
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and other project team members
• Excellent leadership skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills