Senior Quantity Surveyor​ at Craneburg Construction

Job Summary

• Responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects, ensuring effective cost control, accurate measurement, procurement, and financial management throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cost planning, budgeting, estimating, and financial control for construction projects.
• Prepare and review Bills of Quantities, cost estimates, valuations, and pricing documents.
• Measure and value completed works, variations, and additional works.
• Prepare interim payment applications and review subcontractor payment claims.
• Monitor project costs against approved budgets and identify cost variances.
• Manage variations, claims, extensions of time, and other contractual matters.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations and agreements.
• Assist with tender preparation, evaluation, negotiation, and procurement.
• Maintain accurate records of project costs, commitments, payments, and forecasts.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers on commercial matters.
• Prepare regular commercial and cost reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, commercial procedures, and relevant industry standards.
• Identify commercial risks and recommend appropriate cost-saving and risk-mitigation measures.
• Support project close-out, final accounts, and settlement of outstanding commercial issues.
• Supervise and guide Quantity Surveyors and junior commercial staff.

Qualifications & Experience*

• Bachelor's Degree/HND in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related field.
• Professional membership/certification such as NIQS, RICS, or equivalent is an advantage.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience, preferably in building, civil, infrastructure, or industrial construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, measurement, cost control, variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant Quantity Surveying/estimating software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and commercial management skills.