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Quantity Surveyor

$3,000 – $3,500
Full time1–3 yearsOn-siteSingapore

About this job

🎯 Primary Objective

- to drive commercial efficiency, precise cost control, and profitability across fast-tracked interior fit-out projects.

- oversee budget preparation, material procurement, subcontract administration, variation pricing, and ensuringhigh-quality architectural finishes and bespoke joinery are delivered within client budget and timeline constraints.

📋 Key Responsibilities


1. Cost Estimation & Pre-Tender Planning

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates, budget breakdowns, and bill of quantities (BOQ) from interior design concepts, architectural drawings, and MEP layouts.
  • Conduct precise material take-offs for high-value fit-out finishes, custom joinery/carpentry, MEP services, glazing, ceiling, and flooring works.
  • Identify long-lead procurement items (e.g., imported stone, bespoke furniture, specialized lighting) and factor lead times into cost planning.

2. Trade Subcontracting & Procurement

  • Source, evaluate, and negotiate with specialist interior subcontractors, tradespeople, and material suppliers.
  • Prepare tender packages, analyze vendor quotations on a line-item basis, and conduct bid leveling comparisons.
  • Draft and execute trade subcontracts, purchase orders, and supply agreements in alignment with main contract conditions.

3. Site Progress & Commercial Administration

  • Conduct regular site inspections to verify physical progress against subcontractor monthly payment applications.
  • Monitor on-site material usage, wastage, and inventory to maintain strict cost control.

4. Variation Management & Scope Changes

  • Identify, measure, and price design revisions, client-driven scope changes, and site condition variations in a fast-paced environment.
  • Submit timely variation orders (VOs) to clients/project managers for formal approval prior to execution.
  • Negotiate and settle variation accounts with trade contractors and clients.

Requirement
- Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, civil engineering or a related discipline.

- At least 2 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, A&A, renovation or interior fit-out projects.

- Strong knowledge of costing, tendering, contract administration and project cost control.

- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

- Good communication, organisation and problem-solving abilities. Proactive, results-driven mindset and teamwork skills.

- Resourceful, proactive, and able to maintain good relationships with subcontractors.

- Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multipletenders simultaneously

- Knowledge in MS office, AutoCAD, 3DS max/ sketch ups orequivalent

Market insight

32% below the median
4 800 $

Based on 65 377 offers with salary for this country

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