Quantity Surveyor (Remote)

We are searching for a reliable Quantity Surveyor to join our capable team of professionals. The quantity surveyor will be tasked with analyzing existing budgets and making improvements, reviewing plans and preparing quantity estimates, negotiating with various contractors and vendors, as well as building relationships with clients and site managers.

To be successful as a quantity surveyor, you should have a methodical approach and superb interpersonal skills. Outstanding quantity surveyors are not only great at analyzing costs, but they also know how to read people and tailor their negotiation strategies to ensure the best possible outcome.

Quantity Surveyor Responsibilities

• Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements.
• Scrutinizing maintenance and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.
• Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.
• Advising managers and clients on improvements and new strategies.
• Keeping track of materials and ordering more when required.
• Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets.
• Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
• Traveling from the office to various sites as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Cost Estimating & Cost Management
• Prepare the tender and contract documents, including bill of materials, with the in-house planning & development team
• Procurement
• Contract Management

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• BS Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related technical field
• Licensed Architect or Engineer would be an advantage, but not required
• With at least 5 years of Experience as Quantity Surveyor
• With at least 5 years working under Construction Management or Project Management
• Ability to read and interpret Architectural, Structural, Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing Design
• Ability to communicate effectively with Suppliers and Consultants
• Ability to write and speak in English
• Familiarity with US or UK building code and regulation is an advantage, but not required

Skillset

• Excellent Cost plan and cost management on the entire project
• Proficient in Estimating Software
• Knows basic AutoCAD
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Required
• Familiar with Google Drive.