(Apply in 3 Minutes) Quantity Surveyor/Billing Engineer–Civil

Job Description Job Title: Quantity Surveyor / Billing Engineer Civil Department: Projects /Civil Engineering Location: Ludhiana Reports To: Project Manager / Head QS C Billing Position Summary: The Quantity Surveyor / Billing Engineer is responsible for end-to-end quantity surveying, estimation, and billing management for real estate and infrastructure projects. This role involves cost planning, quantity verification, contractor and client billing, budget monitoring, and cost reporting. The position requires close coordination with design, procurement, and execution teams to ensure financial accuracy, contractual compliance, and cost efficiency across all project stages. Key Responsibilities: 1. Estimation s Cost Planning Prepare detailed BOQs, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates from architectural, structural, and MEP drawings. Conduct rate analysis based on market rates, CPWD norms, and project-specific conditions. Support budget formulation, cost optimization studies, and value engineering exercises. Evaluate design revisions, scope changes, and their cost impacts on overall project budgets. Assist in preparation of tender documents, technical specifications, and cost comparisons for bidding purposes. 2. Billing s Measurement Prepare, verify, and certify contractor, subcontractor, and client bills based on work progress and executed quantities. Maintain and validate Joint Measurement Sheets (JMS) and ensure accuracy with site data and drawings. Track running account (RA) bills, material reconciliation, and work certification in coordination with site engineers. Ensure timely submission and certification of bills to support cash flow management. Manage final billing and project closure documentation including reconciliation and close-out reports. 3. Cost Control s Financial Monitoring Monitor project cost performance against approved budgets and forecasts. Identify cost deviations, prepare variance reports, and recommend corrective actions. Maintain updated records of change orders, variations, and additional works for financial control. Support procurement teams in rate negotiation and work order finalization through accurate cost inputs. Generate monthly cost reports, S-curves, and expenditure forecasts for management review. 4. Documentation s Coordination Maintain all contractual records, including drawings, correspondence, amendments, and billing registers. Coordinate with architects, consultants, project managers, and accounts teams for billing approvals. Prepare MIS reports covering billing status, financial utilization, and projected cash flow. Support audit requirements, ensuring completeness and accuracy of cost-related documentation. Participate in project review meetings and contribute to cost-related discussions. 5. Quality, Compliance s Process Improvement Ensure all quantity and billing processes comply with IS codes, contract terms, and company procedures. Participate in internal/external audits, providing necessary documentation and clarifications. Drive process improvements in estimation, cost tracking, and documentation practices. Promote digital tools adoption for automated quantity take-offs and billing management. Support the implementation of ERP systems for integrated project cost control. Skills s Competencies: Strong knowledge of building construction methods, finishing works, and project execution sequencing. Expertise in quantity surveying, estimation, billing, and cost control for real estate projects. Proficiency in MS Excel, AutoCAD, and estimation/billing software such as Candy, CostX, Primavera, or MS Project. High level of numerical accuracy, analytical thinking, and attention to detail. Effective coordination and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams. Ability to handle multiple projects/sites and manage tight billing cycles. Sound understanding of contract management, variation claims, and commercial documentation. Qualifications s Experience: Education: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering. Experience: 510 years of relevant experience in Quantity Surveying and Billing within real estate, infrastructure, or mixed-use development projects. Preferred Exposure: Projects involving high-rise buildings, integrated townships, commercial complexes, or institutional developments. Performance Indicators (KPIs): Accuracy of estimation and billing vs. actual project costs. Timeliness and correctness of contractor and client billing. Percentage of cost overruns prevented or mitigated. Quality and completeness of documentation and MIS reports. Compliance with contractual and audit requirements.