QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Job Description & Requirements Key Responsibilities: · Prepare and analyse cost estimates. o Develop detailed cost estimates and quantities for construction projects, ensuring all relevant expenses are accurately captured and assessed against project requirements. · Conduct feasibility studies. o Carry out thorough feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to evaluate potential projects, helping stakeholders make informed decisions based on financial viability. · Monitor and report on project finances. o Regularly track and report on project finances, including budgets, expenditures, and forecasts. Provide timely updates to management and stakeholders to facilitate proactive decision-making. · Assist in procurement processes. o Support the procurement team by drafting and reviewing tender documents, selecting appropriate suppliers, and negotiating contract terms that align with project goals and budgets. · Validate invoices and assess claims. o Scrutinise invoices and assess claims for payment from contractors and suppliers, ensuring they align with contractual agreements and project deliverables before authorisation. · Collaborate with project management and engineering teams. o Work closely with project managers, engineers, and architects to interpret project specifications, drawings, and design changes, ensuring accurate cost reporting and compliance. · Identify and mitigate risks. o Continuously assess project costs to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to address any financial uncertainties, aiming to minimise impact on the project timeline and budget. · Maintain accurate records. o Keep comprehensive and organised records of all financial transactions, including cost estimates, contracts, invoices, and project documentation, to ensure accountability and transparency. · Oversee project activities. o In the absence of the project manager, take the lead on overseeing project activities, ensuring that the team adheres to schedules, quality standards, and project specifications. · Achieve company's targets. o Work diligently towards achieving the organisation’s financial targets, aligning project outcomes with broader business objectives and enhancing profitability through effective cost management. · Provide Advice on Cost Management. o Offer expert advice and insights on cost management strategies, helping to refine project execution tactics and improve overall efficiency. · Facilitate Communication with Stakeholders. o Serve as a key point of contact for financial matters related to the project, ensuring clear communication between clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: · Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Relevant experience in construction cost management.
• Proficient in cost estimation software and familiar with construction contracts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external clients.
• Be willing to attend upgrading courses.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary client service.
• Possess ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.