Quantity Surveyor

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs and Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for construction and infrastructure projects.
• Perform cost estimation, budgeting, and cost planning during pre-construction and execution phases.
• Apply International Rules of Measurement (IRM) standards for quantity surveying and measurement.
• Analyze project drawings, specifications, and contract documents to prepare detailed estimates.
• Monitor project costs, variations, and change orders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support tender preparation, bid evaluations, and commercial analysis.
• Coordinate with engineering, design, procurement, and project management teams to ensure cost accuracy.
• Prepare cost reports, valuations, and financial progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, contractual requirements, and industry standards.
• Contribute to cost optimization and value engineering initiatives.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Quantity Surveying principles and construction cost management.
• Hands-on experience with CostX software.
• Good understanding of International Rules of Measurement (IRM), including:
  • SMM7 (Standard Method of Measurement 7)
  • NRM (New Rules of Measurement)
  • POMI (Principles of Measurement International)
  • CESMM (Civil Engineering Standard Method of Measurement)
• Knowledge of BOQ preparation, quantity take-offs, and cost estimation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, contracts, and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other estimation tools.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working on international construction or infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to pre-construction BOQ preparation.
• Knowledge of cost planning, tendering, procurement, and contract administration.
• Familiarity with digital construction tools and data-driven project management practices.