Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

• Assist the Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager in cost management and contract administration for main-contractor general building projects.
• Assist in preparing and submitting progress claims, variation orders (VO), and other cost-related documentation to clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist in monthly valuation of work done, including measurement, verification, and preparation of supporting documents for progress claims.
• Assist in tracking and maintaining records of variation orders, claims, site instructions, contractual correspondence, and other commercial matters.
• Monitor project costs, commitments, and subcontractor accounts, and assist in cost reporting and final cost forecasting.
• Attend project, coordination, and site meetings with the project and site teams, and assist in following up on commercial and contractual matters.
• Assist in tender preparation, measurement, costing, and submission, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tender requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers, prepare price comparisons, and assist in negotiations and value engineering where applicable.
• Assist in preparing and issuing Work Orders (WO), Letters of Award (LOA), and purchase-related documentation to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with subcontractor and supplier procurement, including quotation enquiries, comparison, award, and follow-up on required documentation.
• Assist the project team with material ordering, procurement coordination, and delivery planning to support site progress.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams on day-to-day commercial and cost matters under the guidance of the Senior QS / Project QS.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of contracts, quotations, purchase orders, work orders, claims, variations, and commercial correspondence.
• Perform other QS-related and ad-hoc duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Building, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in the Singapore construction industry, preferably with a main contractor and exposure to general building projects.
• Candidates with relevant internship or site experience in quantity surveying, contracts, commercial, or construction will also be considered.
• Basic understanding of construction measurement, cost management, contract administration, progress claims, and variation orders.
• Able to read and understand construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organizational skills with good attention to detail.
• Good communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and project/site teams.
• Willing to learn, proactive, responsible, and able to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• Able to work independently on assigned tasks while working closely with the Senior QS / Project QS / Commercial Manager.