Job Responsibilities:
· price/forecast the cost of the different materials needed for the project
· prepare tender documents, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities and other documentation
· track changes to the design and/or construction work and adjust budget projections accordingly
· procure or agree the services of contractors and/or subcontractors who work on the construction of the project
· measure and value the work done on site
· pay subcontractors
· liaise with the client and other construction professionals, such as site managers, project managers and site engineers
· select and/or source construction materials
· write reports.
· Conducting feasibility studies to estimate materials, time and labour costs.
· Preparing, negotiating and analysing costs for tenders and contracts.
· Coordination of work effort.
· Advising on a range of legal and contractual issues.
· Valuing completed work and arranging for payments.
Skills:
· Numeracy
· A good working knowledge of MS Excel and the ability to learn how to use specialist software
· Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills
· The ability to work in a team
· The ability to negotiate
· Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- Diploma
- Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in QS
