- Manage the QS Department
- Overseeing cost management activities throughout the project lifecycle. This involves estimating costs, preparing budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring that the project stays within budget constraints.
- Conducting quantity take-offs from architectural and engineering drawings to determine the quantities of materials required for the project. This information is crucial for accurate cost estimation and procurement.
- Managing the tendering process by preparing and reviewing tender documents, evaluating bids from subcontractors and suppliers, and making recommendations for procurement decisions.
- Administering contracts between the client, main contractor, subcontractors, and suppliers. This includes drafting contract documents, negotiating terms and conditions, and managing variations and claims throughout the project.
- Identifying opportunities for value engineering to optimize costs without compromising quality. This involves analyzing alternative materials, methods, and designs to achieve cost savings.
- Assessing and managing project risks related to cost, time, and quality. This includes identifying potential risks, developing risk mitigation strategies, and monitoring risk throughout the project lifecycle.
- Preparing regular cost reports for project stakeholders, including clients, project managers, and senior management. These reports typically include budget vs. actual cost analysis, cash flow forecasts, and cost variance analysis.
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