Quantity Surveyor/Project Cost Manager

Company Description TOL (The Offshore Lab) is an integrated service company focused on innovation and local capacity development through end-to-end project delivery, consulting, training, and technology solutions. The organization provides project management, engineering, consultancy, and research & development services to meet complex client requirements. Team members work with a diverse range of business and government clients, addressing strategic and industry-specific challenges. TOL emphasizes practical expertise, a strong knowledge base, and continuous learning to deliver high-quality, value-driven outcomes. The company offers opportunities to contribute to impactful projects while building specialized skills across multiple sectors.

Role Description The Quantity Surveyor/Project Cost Manager is a full-time, on-site role responsible for managing and overseeing project costs throughout the project lifecycle. Day-to-day tasks include preparing and reviewing Bills of Quantities (BOQ), developing cost plans and budgets, and tracking costs against project milestones. The role involves implementing cost control measures, monitoring expenditures, and producing accurate and timely cost reports for internal stakeholders and clients. The Quantity Surveyor/Project Cost Manager will collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to ensure financial efficiency, support tender evaluations, and provide recommendations on cost-related risks and opportunities. The individual in this role will also contribute to continuous improvement of cost management processes and tools within TOL.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Cost Control and Cost Management to oversee project financial performance and maintain budgetary discipline.
• Candidates should possess practical experience in BOQ preparation and interpretation to support accurate quantity take-offs and tender documentation.
• Candidates should possess expertise in Cost Planning to develop realistic budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections aligned with project objectives.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in Cost Reporting to deliver clear, timely financial updates and support decision-making for stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant professional certification or membership (e.g., NIQS, RICS or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Experience in infrastructure, construction, or engineering projects, ideally within consulting or project delivery environments.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Proficiency with cost management software and MS Excel; familiarity with project management tools is beneficial.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment on-site.

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