QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Golden Buffalo TradingConstruction & Civil EngineeringPosted 58m ago

Not Specified, OthersOn-siteFull TimeEntry

About this role.

Cost Estimation and Tendering

Prepare accurate cost estimates and detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQ) from civil engineering drawings for roads, earth dykes/bunds, and damp-proofing or drainage works.
Analyze subcontractor and supplier quotations, run price comparisons, and assist in tender evaluations and bid document preparation.

Measurement and Valuation

Conduct on-site and off-plan take-offs and measurements for earthwork volumes (cut-and-fill, soil compaction, revetment layers), road pavement layers, and damp/waterproofing membranes.
Prepare and process interim payment applications (IPAs) and valuation certificates for contractors or sub-contractors.

Contract Administration and Cost Control

Administer civil construction contracts (e.g., FIDIC or local equivalents).
Track and evaluate variations (change orders), extension of time (EOT) claims, and site instructions.
Monitor project cost performance against the baseline budget and prepare monthly cost-value reconciliations (CVR) and cash-flow forecasts.

Procurement and Subcontractor Management

Draft subcontract packages, work orders, and supply agreements for materials (aggregate, asphalt, geotextiles, concrete).
Negotiate rates with suppliers and subcontractors and review final accounts upon project completion.

Risk Management and Reporting

Identify commercial risks related to site conditions (e.g., unexpected groundwater, unstable dyke soils, weather delays) and advise the Project Manager.
Liaise with site engineers, project managers, clients, and external consultants on financial matters.

Skills and expertise.

Cost Estimation

How to apply.

Send your CV and cover letter to gbuffalo397@gmail.com.

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