Total 10 quantity surveyor job vacancies in D08 Little India

We are a Renovation Contractor company specialising in commercial and residential projects. We are looking for a Project Coordinator or Quantity Surveyor with relevant experience in the Renovation Contractor industry. Candidates with more years of relevant experience will be considered for senior roles.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings with clients, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders
• Ensure proper tracking of renovation project deadlines and deliverables
• Preparation of Quotations
• Preparation of Project Status reports and updates
• Liaise with building management and consultants to ensure timely and accurate submissions
• Liaise with new customers on their queries and understand their renovation needs

Requirements

• 5.5 days work week (Saturday half day)
• Bilingual in both English and Chinese to liaise with internal and external Mandarin speaking stakeholders
• Candidates must have at least 2 years relevant renovation contractor industry working experience
• Experience in using Microsoft Excel
• Meticulous, good attitude and willing to learn

Please contact us at [email protected] for further queries.

The Quantity Surveyor/Quantity Surveyor (Executive) manages and prepares all the cost estimates for the construction projects. This ranges from initial calculations to the final accounts to help bid and determine the service's price. He/She seeks to minimise costs while adhering to the required standards and policies. He/She keeps track of the progression of the contract about any variations. Good communication and negotiation skills are needed for discussion with stakeholders. He/She is responsible for enhancing the project's overall value while keeping to the standards and policies. He/She is office-based and will go on several site visits.

• Allocate work to contractors and subcontractors to facilitate the smooth workflow process.
• Assess the degree of hazards and risks to maintain workplace safety.
• Communicate with the management, contractors and sub-contractors on the adjustments to cost estimates.
• Conduct the negotiations during the project to ensure issues are resolved.
• Control project scope to meet project objectives to enhance project deliverables and key work activities.
• Develop cost reduction strategies to enhance the overall value of the project.
• Monitor project costs to ensure the objectives of the project are achieved under building contract law.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with standards.
• Prepare tender and contract documents under the building and construction regulations.
• Prepare the cost analysis for the project to ensure the overall value is enhanced.
• Provide advice on contractual claims so that the project scope is managed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, engineering, finance or management.
• Pleasant, team player
• Strong business acumen
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Good in Mathematics
• Thorough and pay attention to detail.
• Analytical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of engineering science and technology.
• Persistence and determination.
• Knowledge of building and construction.
• the ability to use your initiative.
• thinking and reasoning skills.

Job Description

The Senior Quantity Surveyor sources for all the cost estimated for the construction projects and prepares quotations and tenders for projects. They assist project managers in the procurement administration of the project and manage project budgeting, controlling of cash flow and cost, processing of claims, contract payment and settlement of final accounts as well as maintaining proper documentation.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor also manages a small team of junior Quantity Surveyors.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Allocate work to contractors and subcontractors to facilitate the smooth workflow process.
• Assess the degree of hazards and risks to ensure workplace safety is maintained.
• Communicate with the management, contractors and sub-contractors on the adjustments to cost estimates to facilitate smooth transition of information.
• Conduct the negotiations during the course of the project in order to ensure issues are resolved.
• Control project scope to meet project objectives in order to enhance project deliverables and key work activities.
• Managed team of Junior Quantity Surveyors.
• Monitor project costs to ensure the objectives of the project are achieved in accordance with building contract law.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with standards.
• Prepare cost analysis and form cost reduction strategies to ensure the overall value is enhanced for the project.
• Prepare tender and contract documents in accordance with the building and construction regulations.
• Provide advice on contractual claims so that the project scope is managed.

A quantity surveyor (QS) is a professional in the construction industry and is responsible for managing all costs related to construction projects. They primarily estimate and monitor project costs, from the early design to the final construction stages.

Quantity surveyors monitor ongoing construction projects and ensure they are completed within the projected budget and schedule. They work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure a project is cost-effective and meets quality standards.

These professionals typically begin working on a project during the design phase, giving cost estimates associated with the project, such as materials, labour and equipment. They also prepare tender documents and contracts for the project.

During the construction phase, they monitor and manage costs to ensure the project is completed within the budget. Quantity surveyors may also assist in resolving disputes between parties involved in the construction project.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying/ Civil Engineering/ Construction Management or equivalent.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in the construction industry in Singapore

• Must have experience with landed houses

• Able to work independently

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities :

• Familiar with evaluation of tender, preparation of tender & quotation

• Carry out cost control to ensure that the Material Procurement Tender Schedule is within the allocated budget as specified by Client.

• Prepare and report financial projection and carry out budgetary and expenditure control of Contractors’ contract prior to commencement of work.

• Responsible for preparation of monthly progress claims, VOs and final accounts, ensuring timely and complete submission for payment.

• Administer term contract works to be carried out by Contractors (before and after start of work)

• Compile, check, certify and confirm Contractors’ invoices to ensure that the invoices tally with Purchase Order/ Works Order.

• Review and prepare specifications, evaluate and recommend tender submissions.

• Carry out contract documentation and preparation relating to tender acceptance and contract execution.

• Prepare tender documents, tender evaluation report, variation agreements and render professional advice on any penalties, liquidated damages when deem necessary.

• Ability to source for supplies and sub-contractors for quotation for tendering

• Evaluation and certificate of sub-contractors' progress payments

• To prepare valuations pricing and agreement of contract variations, process claims and monitor project cash flows.

• Obtain insurances required for project

• To review and revise contract terms and conditions.

• Correspondence between all consultants, sub-contractors, suppliers and related parties.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying/ Civil Engineering/ Construction Management or equivalent.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in the construction industry in Singapore

• Must have experience with landed houses

• Able to work independently

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities :

• Familiar with evaluation of tender, preparation of tender & quotation

• Carry out cost control to ensure that the Material Procurement Tender Schedule is within the allocated budget as specified by Client.

• Prepare and report financial projection and carry out budgetary and expenditure control of Contractors’ contract prior to commencement of work.

• Responsible for preparation of monthly progress claims, VOs and final accounts, ensuring timely and complete submission for payment.

• Administer term contract works to be carried out by Contractors (before and after start of work)

• Compile, check, certify and confirm Contractors’ invoices to ensure that the invoices tally with Purchase Order/ Works Order.

• Review and prepare specifications, evaluate and recommend tender submissions.

• Carry out contract documentation and preparation relating to tender acceptance and contract execution.

• Prepare tender documents, tender evaluation report, variation agreements and render professional advice on any penalties, liquidated damages when deem necessary.

• Ability to source for supplies and sub-contractors for quotation for tendering

• Evaluation and certificate of sub-contractors' progress payments

• To prepare valuations pricing and agreement of contract variations, process claims and monitor project cash flows.

• Obtain insurances required for project

• To review and revise contract terms and conditions.

• Correspondence between all consultants, sub-contractors, suppliers and related parties.

1. Cost Estimation:Assist in preparing preliminary cost estimates and budgets.
   Analyze project specifications, blueprints, and drawings for accurate cost assessment.
   
2. Measurement and Documentation:Measure quantities of materials and labor required for construction projects.
   Prepare bills of quantities (BOQs) and other tender documents.
   
3. Contract Administration:Support in preparing, analyzing, and managing contracts and subcontract agreements.
   Monitor variations or changes to contracts and assess their financial impact.
   
4. Cost Monitoring and Reporting:Track and record project expenditures.
   Assist in preparing financial reports and valuations.
   
5. Procurement:Help in sourcing materials and negotiating prices with suppliers.
   Maintain records of purchased items and cost agreements.
   
6. Compliance:Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and health and safety guidelines.
   

Skills Required:

• Proficiency in quantity surveying software (e.g., AutoCAD, CostX, PlanSwift).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of construction processes and techniques.
• Communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or certification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Practical experience through internships or junior roles in construction projects.

Career Path:

• With experience and further education, a technician can progress to becoming a full-fledged Quantity Surveyor.
• Opportunities to specialize in areas like project management, cost consulting, or infrastructure development.

Quantity Surveyor Responsibilities:

• Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements.
• Scrutinizing maintenance and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.
• Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.
• Advising managers and clients on improvements and new strategies.
• Keeping track of materials and ordering more when required.
• Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets.
• Liaising with Tender team.
• Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
• Traveling from the office to various sites as required.

Quantity Surveyor Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Management, or similar.
• Construction estimating or finance experienced is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Sound knowledge of construction.
• Excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize, plan, and strategize.
• Great networking abilities.

Quantity Surveyor Responsibilities:

• Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements.
• Scrutinizing maintenance and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.
• Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.
• Advising managers and clients on improvements and new strategies.
• Keeping track of materials and ordering more when required.
• Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets.
• Liaising with Tender team.
• Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
• Traveling from the office to various sites as required.

Quantity Surveyor Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Management, or similar.
• Construction estimating or finance experienced is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Sound knowledge of construction.
• Excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize, plan, and strategize.
• Great networking abilities.

Quantity Surveyor Responsibilities:

• Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements.
• Scrutinizing maintenance and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.
• Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.
• Advising managers and clients on improvements and new strategies.
• Keeping track of materials and ordering more when required.
• Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets.
• Liaising with Tender team.
• Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
• Traveling from the office to various sites as required.

Quantity Surveyor Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Management, or similar.
• Construction estimating or finance experienced is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Sound knowledge of construction.
• Excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize, plan, and strategize.
• Great networking abilities.

• Prepare proposal and budget estimates for new contracts / tenders.
• Assist in the Variation Orders (VO) for ongoing projects.
• Develop, review and monitor the compliance of the tender and contracts policies and guidelines, in line with the industry's best practice.
• Liaise and negotiate with clients, vendors, contractors, sub-contractors and consultants on project requirement.
• Work closely with QS / Tender team in preparation of tender submission.
• Work closely with the project teams in VOs verification
• A great eyes for details in evaluating quotation, assess variation order (VO), escalation, abortive work, measure quantities / taking off and accounts finalization.

Job Requirements :

• Minimum Diploma in Engineering, preferably majoring in MEP trade or Mechanical.
• Strong interpersonal skills with prior cost estimation experience in a M&E construction environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to critically analyze issues and creatively identify solutions.
• High level of initiative, independent, proactive and meticulous.
• Able to work under tight deadlines.
• Willingness to work at Tuas where there is tranporation pick up at designated MRT.
• Willingness to work beyond official hours to meet tender tight timelines.
• At least 6 years of working experience the related field.
• Those specialises in ACMV / HVAC quantity surveyor will be an added advantage.
• Well verse in Ms Excel