Quantity Surveyor at Harmony Group

Job Responsibilities

• Cost Estimation & Budgeting: Prepare accurate cost estimates, preliminary budgets, and feasibility studies for construction projects during pre-contract and post-contract phases.
• Tendering & Procurement: Manage tender processes including preparation of tender documents, analysis of contractor bids, and recommendations for award.
• Contract Administration: Oversee the preparation and management of various contract types (FIDIC, JCT, bespoke) and ensure all contract conditions are adhered to.
• Valuation & Payment Certification: Conduct interim valuations of works in progress and prepare certificates for payments to contractors and suppliers.
• Cost Control & Monitoring: Monitor project budgets, identify cost variances, and provide regular cost reports to stakeholders. Ensure expenditures align with project financial plans.
• Change Management: Assess variations, negotiate change orders, and prepare corresponding cost implications for approval.
• Final Accounts: Prepare and agree final accounts with contractors and clients, ensuring all financial matters are concluded transparently.
• Dispute Resolution Support: Provide expert support in resolving claims, disputes, and contractual disagreements, in collaboration with legal or project teams.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor junior quantity surveyors, cost engineers, and support staff, promoting knowledge transfer and skill development.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with Nigerian Quantity Surveying standards, procurement laws, tax regulations, and project audit requirements.

Job Requirements

• Education: B.Sc. or HND in Quantity Surveying from a recognized Nigerian institution. A Master’s degree is an advantage.
• Professional Certification: Must be a Registered Quantity Surveyor (RQS) with the Quantity Surveyors Registration Board of Nigeria (QSRBN). Membership in NIQS (Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors) is highly desirable.
• Experience: 8- 12 years post-qualification experience in quantity surveying, with at least 3 years in a senior or supervisory role. Experience with Nigerian construction projects is essential.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in CostX, MS Excel, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and other cost management or measurement software.
• Contract Knowledge: Deep understanding of various forms of contracts (including FIDIC, NEC, and Nigerian standard forms), with demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and administration.
• Analytical & Numerical Skills: Strong ability to analyze drawings, specifications, and bills of quantities with precision.
• Communication & Reporting: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be capable of producing high-quality technical and financial reports.
• Leadership & Interpersonal Skills: Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities to interface with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Local Knowledge: Good understanding of Nigerian market rates, construction materials, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., PPRA, FCTA, Lagos State Procurement Laws).

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary (N200,000 – N250,000 Monthly.)
• Professional Growth & Development Opportunities
• Supportive & Collaborative Work Environment
• Exposure to a Fast-Growing Real Estate Industry.