Job Description

• Preparing Bills of Quantities and other tender documentation to acquire fair and equitable tenders for projects,
• Negotiating building contracts,
• Drafting contract documents,
• Monitoring costs and reporting to clients during the design and construction of projects,
• Determining final costs of projects

Initial Site Responsibilities - (During Probation Period):

• Traveling from the office to various sites as required.
• Before starting any construction project, the quantity surveyor analyzes the drawing and specifications of the new building that architects, or engineers provide.
• Measure site progress in detail, together with any required supporting information.
• Review the construction plans and calculate / prepare the quantity of the materials required, and submits same to office
• Together with Logistics Manager calculate the actual work required in terms of material, labor and related plant cost.
• Record material on site in detail
• Keeping track of materials and ordering of more when required.
• Analyzing existing budgets and making improvements / suggestions
• Advise on a procurement strategy
• Liaise with suppliers
• Rely on technical measurement tools for accurate cost results (eg measuring lasers and wheels)
• Present measures in Excel form to Managing Director.
• Prepare detailed accurate Interim Claims of completed work.
• Achieve agreement of claims and sign-off of same.
• Ensure / assist that payment is achieved

Additional Responsibilities:

• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and / or the client.

• Have a thorough understanding of building regulations to hold on to them and make sure the building project passes.
• During the whole construction of the building, keep an eye on the cost.
• Managing the finances for construction projects and making them cost-effective.
• Calculating the budget based on the consumer's requirement and preparing an effective budget estimate for each stage of the construction process.
• Negotiating with various contractors and vendors
• Building relationships with clients and site managers.
• Scrutinizing maintenance and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.
• Liaising with logistics manager, site agents, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.
• Advising managers and clients on improvements and new strategies.
• Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets.
• Preparing claims for submission to clients.
• Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders.

• Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work
• Assist in establishing a clientxe2x80x99s requirements and undertake feasibility studies
• Perform risk, value management, and cost control

• Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks
• Prepare and analyse costings for tenders
• Allocate work to subcontractors
• Provide advice on contractual claims
• Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports
• Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use
• Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.

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.
• A valid driver's license.
• Great networking abilities.

Quantity Surveyor Skills
Apart from academic and technical knowledge, one should possess some skills to be a successful professional in quantity surveying. Some of the skills are:

• Budgeting skills
• Mathematical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Good financial skills
• Logical and thinking ability skills
• Communication skills
• Negotiation and team-building skills
• Organizational and planning skills
• Leadership skills

Special Requirements:

• No criminal record
• Possession of a valid driverxe2x80x99s license.

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