Quantity Surveyor
Quantity Surveyor
Overall Job Purpose:
Reporting to the General Manager – Property, the Quantity Surveyor role will prepare cost estimates for construction projects or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of projects and related services.
Key Responsibilities
Preparing and reviewing cost estimates, tender and contract documents used for purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling work.
Undertaking cost analysis and feasibility studies
Carrying out financial modelling as well as reviewing and preparing project financial appraisals
Preparing cost and expenditure statements and other risk management documentation at regular intervals for the duration of projects.
Measuring, valuing, submitting and negotiating various contract variations within projects
Providing advisory services in regards to the project procurement strategy and on contractual claims
Preparing and reviewing of valuation certificates
Preparing and co-ordinating the issuance of final accounts
Consulting with vendors, personnel in other departments or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
Conferring with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.Key Qualifications and Experience
University degree in building economics.
A master’s degree in the same field will be an added advantage.
Professional registration with the relevant professional body, i.e. BORAQs
Over ten (10) years working experience, five (5) of these being in a busy Quantity Surveying firm
Experience in multi-storey construction projects is mandatory
Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office SuiteKey Skills/Specialization:
University degree in building economicsIf you believe you are the right candidate for any of these positions and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria, please see;Quantity Surveyor to submit your online application to us on or before Friday 23rd January 2015.
Hard copy applications will not be accepted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.