Quantity Surveyor at Venerer Talent

Job Summary

• We are seeking a skilled, reliable, efficient Quantity Surveyor to join a fast growing organization.
• In this position, you will assist QS team to estimate costs of construction projects, working with contractors, builders, and architects to provide the most cost-effective plans that meet high quality standards.
• He/she will work to minimize the costs of project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality.

Job Responsibilities

• Review architectural plans and prepare quantity needs
• Estimate quantity and costs of materials
• Assist in preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the Project managers, design department and/or the client
• Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors
• Act as a liaison between clients and site managers/engineers
• Keep track of construction materials and inventory
• Identify potential financial or construction risks
• Advise clients on improvements, strategies, and/or estimated costs
• Prepare payments for contractors and subcontractors
• Document progress, materials, and reports on project
• Advise on property taxes, regulations, and local laws
• Source maintenance costs and facilities management for clients
• Develop and maintain working relationships with contractors and subcontractors
• Utilize software to calculate, record, and track inventory and estimates
• Analyze completed MMIS projects to determine ROI and compare costs
• Send regular reports about project cost and progress to the lead quantity surveyor.
• Value completed work and arrange payments.
• Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets
• Identify potential financial or construction risks
• Set budgets for payments, inventory needs, and materials
• Analyze costs for maintenance and additional building needs
• Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets
• Advise on a procurement strategy.
• Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks.
• Undertake cost analysis for all MMIS projects
• Engage clients to understand client's requirements and undertake feasibility studies.
• Perform risk, value management and cost control.
• Provide advice and forecasts about project costs.

Minimum Educational Qualifications & Professional Experience

• University Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Engineering or related field from a reputable higher institution of learning.
• Minimum of 10 years of direct experience in the construction/Engineering industry.
• Professional certification such as Membership of the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors(NIQS),Quantity Surveyors Registration Board (QSRBN) and other Professional bodies will be an added advantage
• Project management Certification will an added advantage
• Health & Safety Certification will be an added advantage.

Required Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Numerical accuracy skills
• Analytical thinking skills
• Negotiation skills
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Proficiency in computer software used in the construction industry
• Ability to analyze financial records and apply data to improved results
• Good working knowledge of civil, architectural, mechanical and electrical work
• Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets; strong estimating and financial analysis skills
• Good at time management and prioritization of work
• Good eye for detail, for seeing small points in drawings, checking work quality
• In-depth understanding of construction, materials, pricing, and industry
• Strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets, and financial report.