Senior Quantity Surveyor at Adexen

Job Introduction

• Adexen is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to oversee and manage all aspects of civil construction operations in Lagos. Our client is a leading Civil Construction company in Lagos, Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing construction plans and formulating quantity requirements.
• Scrutinizing maintenance and material costs, along with contracts to secure optimal deals.
• Collaborating with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Generating reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessments, and related documents.
• Crafting performance reports and scopes and quantities for subcontracted works.
• Advising managers and clients on enhancement strategies.
• Monitoring materials and replenishing supplies as needed.
• Documenting design changes and updating budgets accordingly.
• Establishing and nurturing professional relationships with both external and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinating and aligning valuated works with client representatives.
• Overseeing and training local QS personnel.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Qualified Civil Engineer/Quantity Surveyor.
• A decade of professional experience in a similar senior position.
• Previous experience in construction estimating or finance is advantageous.
• Profound understanding of construction, particularly in large-scale projects like infrastructure.
• Strong organizational, planning, and strategic capabilities.
• Exceptional negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multicultural environment.
• Prior exposure to emerging/African markets is a bonus.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English.