Quantity Surveyor at Dutum Company Limited

Duties And Responsibilities

• Price/forecast the cost of the different materials needed for the project
• Prepare tender documents, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities and other documentation
• Track changes to the design and/or construction work and adjust budget projections accordingly
• Procure or agree the services of contractors and/or subcontractors who work on the construction of the project
• Measure and value the work done on site
• Pay subcontractors
• Liaise with the client and other construction professionals, such as site managers, project managers and site engineers
• Select and/or source construction materials
• Write reports.
• Assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertake feasibility studies.
• Allocate work to subcontractors.
• Value completed work and arrange payments.
• Hire and document 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
• Prepare payments for contractors and subcontractors
• Document progress, materials, and reports on project
• Advise on property taxes, regulations, and local laws
• Analyze completed projects to determine ROI and compare costs

Qualifications

• B.Sc in Quantity Surveying
• Minimum of 7-10 years' site experience in diverse Civil Engineering projects

Other Requirements:

• 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
• A good working knowledge of MS Excel and the ability to learn how to use specialist software
• Strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets and financial reports
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation and interpersonal skills