Junior Quantity Surveyor at a Real Estate Company

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Junior Quantity Surveyor to support project costing, BOQ verification, and procurement processes. The successful candidate will work closely with the Procurement Manager to review and validate Bills of Quantities (BOQs) prepared by the Senior Quantity Surveyor before procurement activities commence.

The role serves as a critical quality control function, ensuring quantity accuracy, cost reasonableness, specification compliance, and procurement readiness across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

BOQ Verification & Cost Validation

• Review and verify BOQs submitted by the Senior Quantity Surveyor for completeness and accuracy.
• Cross-check quantities against approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Identify omissions, discrepancies, duplication of quantities, or potential costing errors.
• Validate unit rates, material specifications, and measurement calculations.
• Prepare observations and recommendations before BOQs are approved for procurement.

Procurement Support

• Work directly with the Procurement Manager during vendor sourcing and procurement planning.
• Assist in developing procurement schedules based on approved BOQs.
• Review supplier quotations against approved quantities and specifications.
• Support bid analysis and vendor comparison exercises.
• Ensure procured quantities align with approved project requirements.

Cost Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of project cost estimates and procurement budgets.
• Track material utilization and quantity variations during project execution.
• Assist in preparing cost reports and procurement analysis reports.
• Highlight potential cost overruns and quantity-related risks.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain organized records of BOQs, quotations, procurement documents, and project cost records.
• Ensure compliance with Hall 7's procurement procedures and project standards.
• Support internal audits and project cost reviews when required.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Building Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in Quantity Surveying, Cost Estimation, or Construction Procurement.
• Experience working on residential, commercial, or real estate development projects is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of BOQ preparation and measurement principles.
• Knowledge of construction materials, rates, and procurement processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quantity surveying software.
• Ability to interpret architectural, structural, and engineering drawings.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Competencies

• High attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Integrity and accountability.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project and procurement teams.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.