Quantity Surveyor - Education Sector

Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and feasibility studies for new projects
• Develop and maintain project budgets and cost plans
• Prepare bills of quantities and assist with tendering processes
• Review and evaluate contractor submissions and quotations
• Monitor and control project expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Conduct valuation of work done and approve progress payments
• Maintain accurate records of project costs and update management reports
• Advise on contractual and procurement matters
• Assist with final accounts and financial close-out of projects
• Collaborate with project teams, clients, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution

Requirements:

• The QS shall possess a relevant Degree / Diploma from a recognised establishment and preferably be a registered member with the Singapore institute of Surveyors and Valuers. The QS shall also have at least 3 continuous years of relevant working experience.
• Prepare cost estimation (including verifying subcontractors’, vendors’, specialists’ submissions), endorse and ensure timely submission to the Employer Representatives for approval
• Prepare financial projection and carry out budgetary and expenditure control of Contractor’s works;
• Prepare Contractor’s monthly payment claims and final account for the Contract and ensure timely and complete submissions to the Employer Representatives for payment, including all supporting documents and evidence
• Evaluate and carry out site measurements where necessary, with claims for Work Orders
• Compile all payment claims, interim certificates, Work Orders and invoices and ensure timely submission to the Employer Representatives for payment;
• Review and prepare specifications, evaluate, and recommend tender submissions and carry out contract documentation where required by the Superintending Officer or Employer Representatives;
• Evaluate and verify that “star rate items” before the start of works, are reasonable and in accordance with fair market prices for the Superintending Officer or Employer Representative acceptance; and
• Collate all-star rates and quotation rates, analyse, and review them to feed forward for future procurement.