We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor with experience in tendering, cost estimation and project costing within the construction/engineering industry.
The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing quotations and tender submissions, quantity take-offs, cost estimates and BOQs, as well as coordinating with Operations, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure accurate and competitive project costing.
This position is suitable for candidates with a Quantity Surveying, Building, Construction or Engineering background who are strong in tender preparation and cost management.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepare quotations, cost estimates and tender submissions based on tender requirements.
- Perform quantity take-off and measurement from drawings, specifications and tender documents.
- Prepare and review BOQ, tender costing, project budgets and pre/post-tender estimates.
- Prepare project costing covering materials, equipment, manpower and subcontractor costs.
- Source quotations and liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing.
- Assist in completing tender forms, technical documents, contractor particulars and supporting documentation.
- Review tender specifications, drawings and requirements and coordinate with Operations on technical and costing matters.
- Review contracts and tender documents and highlight discrepancies, commercial risks and unusual requirements.
- Attend site show rounds, tender briefings and meetings when required.
- Manage tender costing and documentation from pre-tender stage through tender submission.
- Prepare cost estimates for variations and additional works when required.
- Monitor tender opportunities through online tender portals and maintain the Tender Master List and submission status.
- Maintain project quotations, costing records and registrations in the company's ERP system.
- Maintain proper documentation and records for tender and costing activities.
- Perform other related duties assigned by Management.
Requirements
- Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Construction, Engineering or related discipline.
- Experience in Quantity Surveying, tendering, estimation or project costing, preferably within the construction industry.
- Able to perform quantity take-off, measurement and costing independently.
- Able to prepare BOQ, quotations, cost estimates and tender submissions.
- Able to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and tender documents.
- Good understanding of material, subcontractor, equipment and manpower costing.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Detail-oriented, responsible and able to work within tight tender deadlines.
