Quantity Surveyor

Position: Quantity Audit Department/ Quantity Surveyor

Place of posting: Bangalore

Reports to: Manager

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 2 - 7 experience Years into Quantity surveying.
  
• High rise building and construction experience- Mandatory

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects. The role includes estimating costs, preparing tender documents, managing budgets, assessing financial risks, and ensuring that construction projects are completed within budget and to the required quality standards.

Objectives of the Role

• Preparation of cost estimates, bills of quantities and tender documents.
• Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain the best prices and terms.
• Managing project budgets, including forecasting and monitoring costs.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation of all project-related costs and financial transactions.
• Provide expert advice on procurement, risk management and cost-saving measures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understanding the client requirements and quantities take off as per marking and RCP drawings.
• Preparing BOQ (bill of quantities) by studying specification sheets from the sales team.
• Identifying gaps between BOQ and drawings, specifications and conditions of the contract and taking it for a logical closure.
• Monitor and control costs throughout the project, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Participation in the pre-tendering activities with client, architect and project managers and raising relevant pre-bid queries from the given tender.
• Preparing the initial quote and contract for the sales team from the companys side.
• Coordination with the design team for analyzing architectural and service drawings.
• Manage the valuation of work done and handle claims and variations.
• Preparing interim and final valuations, variations and claims of the construction site.
• Conduct feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize project outcomes and achieve value for money.