Senior Quantity Surveyor

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Quantity Surveyor and Estimation Leader to oversee quantity take-offs, estimates, and cost control for all interior fit-out projects.

• Quantity Surveying & Estimation

• Develop detailed quantity take-offs and estimates for all civil, interior, MEP, and specialized fit-out packages.
• Provide timely budget advice and cost insights for every project during design development stage.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and site conditions to ensure accuracy in quantity computation.
• Analyze and justify variance in bills versus estimate or contract scope; coordinate with project and billing teams for resolution.

• Rate Analysis & Item Master Management

• Manage and periodically update an item master for all materials, BOQ items, and fit-out services with detailed rate analysis (labor, material, overheads, statutory taxes).
• Research and benchmark market rates to keep analyses current and competitive.
• Ensure the item master is used as the basis for tendering, cost control, and contract finalization.

• Vendor Negotiation & Commercial Evaluation

• Support tendering, bid evaluation, and negotiation with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to optimize project costs and value.
• Liaise with procurement for technical and commercial clarifications and to ensure fair evaluation and award.
• Identify and evaluate value engineering opportunities in collaboration with the Design and MEP teams.

• Billing Support & Variation Management

• Review and validate contractor/subcontractor bills/claims, identifying deviations from contract and budget.
• Prepare justification notes for all bill variances and support timely closure of commercial issues.
• Advise project teams on cost implications of design/material changes and site directives.

• Reporting & Compliance

• Adhere to project schedules and ensure all estimation/costing deliverables meet agreed turnaround times (TAT).
• Provide periodic cost reports, variation logs, and estimation dashboards to management.

• Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with design, MEP, billing, procurement, and site teams to ensure complete and aligned cost management across project phases.
• Participate in project meetings and provide commercial insights as required.

• Process Improvement & Documentation

• Maintain organized records of all estimates, rate analyses, item masters, and negotiation summaries.
• Continuously review and enhance QS and estimation processes for accuracy, speed, and transparency.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• 14+ years' experience in quantity surveying and estimation for commercial fit-out/interior projects (with at least 5 years in a senior role).
• Proficient with estimation, QS, and tendering software (e.g., MS Excel, AutoCAD, ERP tools).
• Sound understanding of market rates, contractor billing, and material specifications.

• Advanced quantity take-off and estimation techniques.
• Rate analysis and item master management expertise.
• Cost and budget reporting skills.
• Vendor negotiation and commercial evaluation abilities.
• Billing review and variation management expertise.
• Cross-team collaboration skills.
• Process documentation and compliance knowledge.
• Attention to detail and deadline management abilities.

• No authority to approve payments independently or finalize contracts without management review.
• No responsibility for project/site execution outside the QS and estimation function.