Quantity Surveyor at Kloverharris Limited

Job Description

• The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all aspects of cost estimation, financial control, and contract administration throughout the lifecycle of construction projects. 
• The successful candidate will ensure that projects are completed within budget and that all financial and contractual requirements are met.The candidate must reside on the island.

Key Responsibilities
Cost Management:

• Assist in preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
• Prepare cost estimates for projects
• Monitor project costs and expenditure
• Support in preparing cost reports
• Maintain cost records and documentation.

Contract Administration:

• Assist in tender preparation and evaluation
• Review contractor payment applications
• Support contract documentation management
• Help process variations and claims
• Maintain contract records.

Project Support:

• Carry out site measurements and quantity take-offs
• Prepare interim valuations
• Assist in final account preparation
• Support procurement activities
• Monitor material quantities and costs.

Technical Duties:

• Prepare technical reports
• Assist in value engineering exercises
• Support project cost control activities
• Help maintain project databases
• Participate in project meetings.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role
• Knowledge of construction cost estimation, contracts, and procurement procedures.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Professional Requirements:

• Graduate membership of the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS)
• Registration with the Quantity Surveyors Registration Board of Nigeria (QSRBN)
• A valid practicing license is an added advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in quantity surveying software
• Knowledge of construction contracts
• Understanding of building and construction processes
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Competent in Microsoft Office Suite.

Professional Skills:

• Basic understanding of Nigerian construction law
• Knowledge of measurement standards
• Ability to prepare technical reports
• Understanding of construction health and safety.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical abilities
• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Time management skills.