Quantity Surveyor at Machine and Equipment Corporation Africa Limited (MECA)

Job Summary

The Quantity Surveyor shall be responsible for project cost estimation, budgeting, contract administration, procurement support, and financial management of construction and infrastructure projects.

Job Description

• Prepare bills of quantities (BOQ), tender documentation, project cost estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts.
• Monitor project costs, expenditures, and financial performance.
• Evaluate contractor quotations, tenders, and pricing submissions.
• Administer construction contracts and procurement documentation.
• Conduct cost analysis, value engineering, and budget optimization exercises.
• Support procurement processes and vendor evaluations.
• Monitor contract compliance and identify financial risks.
• Ensure projects remain within approved budgets and financial limits.

Requirements

• Strong numerical, analytical, and financial management skills.
• Good understanding of construction costing, procurement, and contract administration.
• Strong attention to detail and financial accuracy.
• Good negotiation, reporting, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Knowledge of value engineering and cost optimization techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Professional certification or membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5–10 years’ experience in quantity surveying, project costing, or construction cost management.
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, agro-processing, or infrastructure projects is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of standard construction contracts and BOQ preparation is required.
• Familiarity with FIDIC or related contract frameworks is an added advantage.