Quantity Surveyor – Internal Control Unit at Mshel Homes Limited

Job Summary

The Quantity Surveyor in the Internal Control Unit is responsible for ensuring cost efficiency, financial accuracy, compliance, and value-for-money across construction and project-related activities. The role focuses on reviewing project costs, validating valuations, monitoring budgets, preventing cost leakages, and supporting management through effective internal control and audit processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and verify Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, and project budgets.
• Validate contractors’ interim valuations, final accounts, and variation claims.
• Monitor project expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Identify cost overruns, waste, and financial leakages, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and contract terms.
• Review contract documents for cost-related risks and control gaps.
• Ensure adherence to approved pricing, rates, and cost benchmarks.
• Support internal audits related to construction and capital projects.
• Review tender documents, bid evaluations, and contract awards for cost accuracy and transparency.
• Verify pricing, quantities, and measurement standards during procurement.
• Monitor variations, claims, and change orders to ensure proper approvals.
• Prepare cost control reports, audit findings, and management reports.
• Maintain accurate records of cost reviews, approvals, and audit observations.
• Provide periodic reports on project cost performance and control effectiveness.
• Identify cost-related risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Advise management on cost optimization and value engineering opportunities.
• Support investigations into cost discrepancies, overbilling, or irregularities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3–5 years relevant experience in construction cost control, audit, or internal control.
• Professional membership (NIQS, RICS, or equivalent) is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction cost management and contract administration.
• Good understanding of internal control systems and audit principles.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and cost management software.
• Strong ethical standards and ability to work independently.
• Good communication and report-writing skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy of cost reviews and valuations.
• Reduction in cost overruns and financial leakages.
• Compliance level with procurement and contract policies.
• Timeliness and quality of audit and cost control reports.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Work in a dynamic and innovative real estate company
• Access to exclusive investment and tools
• Positive work environment