Key Responsibilities
- Measurements & Take-Offs: Perform quantity take-offs from drawings and specs prepare Bills of Quantities (BQ/BoQ) and schedules.
- Tender & Procurement Support: Source and evaluate supplier/sub-con quotes, prepare comparison sheets, and issue LOIs/POs under guidance.
- Cost Control: Assist with cost plans, budgets, cash flow forecasts, and cost tracking throughout the project lifecycle.
- Progress Claims & Payments: Prepare monthly progress claims, variations, and final accounts compile supporting documentation for payment certifications.
- Variations & Change Management: Track site instructions/VOs, maintain change registers, and assemble substantiation.
- Contract Administration: Support compliance with contract conditions (e.g., SIA/PSSCOC), maintain correspondence, and manage records.
- Subcontractor Management: Coordinate measurement, verify progress, and assist in evaluating payment applications.
- Site Coordination: Conduct occasional site visits for measurement, verification, and progress photo records.
- Documentation: Keep neat, audit-ready files (drawings revisions, RFI logs, material submission logs).
- Stakeholder Liaison: Work with project managers, engineers, and clients to resolve quantity/cost issues promptly.
- HSE & Compliance: Observe company procedures and regulatory requirements in documentation and site practices.
Requirements
- Education: Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Construction Management or related field.
- Experience: 0-2 years in QS/commercial roles (internships accepted). Fresh grads welcome.
- Technical:
Strong MS Excel (pivot tables, lookups), Word, and basic PowerPoint.
Advantage if familiar with CostX/Cubicost/Bluebeam Revu/AutoCAD or similar.
Able to read technical drawings and specifications. - Knowledge: Basic understanding of tender processes, BQ, progress claims, variations, and standard forms of contract (e.g., SIA/PSSCOC).
- Soft Skills: Meticulous, numeric accuracy, good communication, time management, and a proactive learning attitude.
- Other: Able to attend site when needed. [Class 3 license an advantage but not required.]
Nice-to-Have (Bonus)
- Exposure to M&E/HVAC projects, fit-out, or industrial facilities.
- Experience with ERP/procurement systems.
- Basic understanding of planning tools (MS Project/Primavera) for sequence and progress alignment.
KPIs / What Success Looks Like
- Accurate take-offs (low re-measurement variance).
- Timely monthly claims and VO submissions.
- Clear cost tracking with up-to-date registers.
- Positive internal feedback from PM/engineers and smooth audits/closing.
What We Offer
- Growth pathway to Quantity Surveyor/Commercial roles with mentorship.
- Training on QS software and contract administration.
- [Annual leave, medical/dental, AWS/bonus, transport/phone allowance].
- Supportive team culture and exposure to full project lifecycle.
Work Hours
- Monday-Friday, [9:00am-6:00pm] (site hours may vary occasional Saturday/Site attendance as required).
How to Apply
Send your CV, expected salary, and availability/notice period to ([Confidential Information]) with the subject Assistant QS Application - [Your Name]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
