Quantity Surveyor - 18-24 months - Malaysia
25-04-2024
Job Type
Contract
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Construction and Engineering
Functional Expertise
Countries, Regions
Salary Type
Hourly
Salary
Negotiable
Job Description
Quantity Surveyor 18 – 24 months – Malaysia
Location: Malaysia
Start Date: September 2024
Company: Multinational conglomerate that produces fire, HVAC, and security equipment for buildings. As of mid-2019, it employed 105,000 people in around 2,000.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for industrial construction projects, including materials, labour, equipment, and overhead costs, based on project plans, specifications, and relevant data.
- Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses, monitoring cost variances, and implementing cost control measures to ensure projects are completed within budgetary constraints.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering throughout the project lifecycle, working collaboratively with project teams to optimize project costs without compromising quality or performance.
- Prepare and evaluate tender documents, including bills of quantities, specifications, and contract terms, and participate in procurement activities to secure competitive bids from subcontractors and suppliers.
- Prepare regular cost reports and forecasts, analysing project expenditures, forecasting future costs, and providing accurate and timely cost-related information to project teams and stakeholders.
- Identify potential risks and uncertainties that may impact project costs, assess their potential impact, and develop strategies to mitigate risks and minimize cost overruns.
- Evaluate and negotiate contractor claims and disputes related to cost and pricing issues, working to achieve fair and equitable resolutions in accordance with contract provisions and project objectives.
- Conduct benchmarking analyses to compare project costs against industry standards and historical data, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices to enhance cost efficiency.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, construction management, or a related field (preferred).
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably with a focus on industrial construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of quantity surveying principles, cost estimation techniques, and construction contracts and procurement methods.
- Proficiency in quantity surveying software and tools, such as CostX, WinEst, or Bluebeam.
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and perform detailed cost analyses.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.
- Certification or professional accreditation in quantity surveying or cost management (e.g., RICS, CIOB) is a plus.