Job Description

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Position: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Petaling Jaya
Employment Type: Permanent (Direct hire, not under agency)
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Role Overview
The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for cost estimation, tender pricing, cost control, and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle, from pre-tender stage to final account closure.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Estimation & Bills of Quantities (BOQ)
Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and detailed cost estimates based on drawings, specifications, and site information
Break down costs by trade (civil, mechanical, electrical, etc.)
Tendering & Pricing
Conduct rate analysis covering labour, materials, plant, and overheads
Prepare competitive tender pricing using up-to-date vendor quotations
Benchmark pricing against historical project costs
Subcontractor & Supplier Evaluation
Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations for technical and commercial compliance with the BOQ
Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with preferred vendors
Cost Control & Project Monitoring
Monitor project costs against approved budgets
Track variations, prepare variation orders (VO), and manage claims
Contract Administration
Prepare and verify progress claims, payment certifications, and final accounts
Ensure accurate documentation and cost reporting
Project Lifecycle Support
Pre-Tender: Prepare BOQ and obtain budgetary quotations
Tender Stage: Price and submit competitive tenders
Award Stage: Negotiate and issue purchase orders or subcontracts
Construction: Track costs, control changes, and ensure compliance with specifications
Post-Completion: Finalize subcontractor accounts and close projects
Requirements & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field
2-3 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying within the construction or engineering industry
Proficiency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese is preferred (to liaise with Chinese-speaking counterparts)
Sub Specialization : Others;Any
Type of Employment : Permanent
Minimum Experience : 2 Years
Work Location : Kuala Lumpur

Skills Required