QUANTITY SURVEYOR (QS)

The Quantity Surveyor (QS) provides support in the areas of budget preparation, procurement, cost control, project administration and monitoring.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare feasibility studies and cost analysis based on the architectural and engineer’s drawings, site conditions and construction methodology. Including Identify commercial risks and logistical requirements of projects.
• Research labor materials and equipment pricing and make cost effective recommendations for assigned projects.
• Prepare tender documentation including bills of quantities.
• Evaluate tenders from contractors and subcontractors and provide appointment strategies and recommendations.
• Prepare contract documentation including negotiating prices with contractors and subcontractors.
• Assist the Project Manager in managing and coordinating Provisional Sums and issuing contract instructions.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
• Assist the Project Manager and/or Director in regularly reviewing the budget and project schedules to ensure work stays on track.
• Prepare monthly payment certificates and manage change orders.
• Prepare monthly cost reports and cashflow forecast.
• Manage and prepare final account statements with vendors on all projects.
• Assist the Project Manager and/or Director with a range of other duties as may be required from time to time.
• Manage post-contract commercial functions.
• Maintain cost statistics on an island-wide and regional basis.
• Maintain professional relations with clients, vendors, suppliers, and external consultants.
• Promote commercial awareness and drive profitability on all assigned projects from inception, through procurement & construction, to final account.

REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years’ post qualification experience, including project experience in the development and construction of large mixed-use developments
• Experience with Microsoft Projects, PlanSwift, Excel
• In-depth knowledge of market research, data analysis, and purchasing best practices.
• Excellent mathematical, planning, analytical, negotiation and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work well within a team-based environment.
• Excellent computer skills necessary for analyzing and monitoring commercial activities.

Salary range: KYD70,000.00 to KYD98,000.00 per annum. Benefits met and/or exceed the Labour Law. Only suitably qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Closing date for applications is 30 September 2023.