Quantity Surveyor (Project)

About the role

An established player in the Singapore construction sector is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor (Project) to manage the commercial side of construction projects from tendering through to final account. The role suits a detail-oriented professional who wants to build a career in a structured, project-driven environment, on a permanent basis with a five-day working week.

Key responsibilities

• Take off quantities accurately from drawings and specifications to support competitive tender submissions
• Prepare and price Bills of Quantities, measuring and costing items correctly
• Evaluate subcontractor progress claims, variation orders and final accounts
• Source, negotiate with and appoint subcontractors and suppliers, and obtain competitive quotations
• Procure construction materials in a timely way, balancing cost, quality and programme
• Work with project managers, site teams and design consultants to track cost performance and flag budget risks
• Maintain commercial records and produce regular cost reports
• Help prepare commercial correspondence and support dispute resolution where needed

Required profile

• Recognised degree in Civil & Structural Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• At least two years of relevant Quantity Surveying experience in the Singapore construction sector
• Good written and spoken English
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to deliver commercial value on every project

Required skills

• Solid understanding of standard measurement methods, commercial administration and subcontractor procurement
• Reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications across civil, structural or M&E trades
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to handle several tasks at once and meet tender and project deadlines