Position Overview:
The QS is a key member of
the construction team and is required to assist in the management of the
various projects to within the predetermined costs budgets and build time
frames. This position requires the incumbent to be proficient in the extraction
of quantities from architectural drawings and the compiling of Bills of
Quantities to provide accurate cost data. A decent knowledge of industry
pricing standards is required. Thorough knowledge of sub-contractor payment
claim procedures is also required. Key to this position is the ability to
interact professionally with consultants, sub-contractors and work colleagues.
Responsibilities:
New Construction Projects
· Accurately
and timeously undertake quantity measures to perform cost estimates.
· Manage and
achieve maximum cost effectiveness of the building work by proactive
involvement in subcontractor control and budget management.
· To derive the
best value from subcontractors and suppliers.
· Commercial
vetting of sub-contractor tendered prices and terms.
· Certification
and assess sub-contractors invoices / claims and processing payment.
· Timely
negotiation and conclusion of contractor final accounts.
· Liaise and
assist Senior Quantity Surveyor in compiling budget performance and
reforecasts.
· Prepare and
monitor project cashflow forecasts.
Operational Department assistance
· Assist with
tenant installation cost estimates and building alteration work.
· Assist and
give guidance with the tenant installation work by
· involvement
in subcontractor control and budget management.
· Assist with
cost estimates for redevelopment of existing buildings
· To derive the
best value from subcontractors and suppliers.
· Commercial
vetting of sub-contractor tendered prices and terms.
· Certification
and assessing sub-contractors invoices / claims and processing payment.
· Prepare and
monitor project cashflow forecasts.
Requirements:
· Have relevant
QS qualification.
Knowledge and skills:
· Know the
Standard System of Measuring Building Work.
· Read and
comprehend construction working drawings
· Be able to
extract quantities accurately from construction drawings.
· Have
construction knowledge and minimum 5 years post qualification work experience
· Accurate
measurement work ensuring correct quantities of materials secured for the
projects
· Have a fair
command of the JBCC contract law.
· Be able to
function in a team environment