QUANTITY SURVEYOR (QS)

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

SUMMARY ROLE DESCRIPTION

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.