Quantity Surveyor
Anonymous Recruiter Posted 2 years ago
  • Location: Ajah, Lagos
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Industry: Staffing/Recruiting
Job Description

A construction company in Lagos is looking to hire a reliable Quantity Surveyor to join our capable team of professionals. The Quantity Surveyor will be tasked with analyzing existing budgets and making improvements, reviewing plans and preparing quantity estimates, negotiating with various contractors and vendors, as well as building relationships with clients and site managers. 


 Responsibilities

  • Conducting feasibility studies to estimate materials, time, and labour costs

  • Preparing, negotiating, and analysing costs for tenders and contracts

  • Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements.

  • Scrutinizing maintenance and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.

  • Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.

  • Preparing reports, analysis, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.

  • Advising managers and clients on improvements and new strategies.

  • Keeping track of materials and ordering more when required.

  • Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets.

  • Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders.


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Management, or similar.
  • Construction estimating or finance experienced is advantageous.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Sound knowledge of construction.
  • Excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills.