Assistant Manager (Quantity Surveyor)

Job Brief:

As an Assistant Manager -Quantity Survey, you will be responsible for preparing accurate cost works. You will real-time market conditions, procurement, and finance teams to ensure that estimates for construction and development projects, covering civil, structural, MEP, and finishing estimates reflect coordinate with engineering, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support project budgeting , bidding, and financial decision-making processes.

Job Responsibilities:

- Prepare detailed cost estimates based on drawings, BOQs, and specifications for all stages of the project lifecycle (concept, schematic, design development (IFC).

- Analyze drawings and documents to prepare quantity take-offs and item-wise cost breakdowns.

- Validate subcontractor and supplier quotations, analyze rates, and prepare cost comparisons,

- Assist in the preparation of tender documents, budget proposals, and cost reports. Coordinate with design, procurement, contracts and finance teams to ensure alignment cost estimates with technical and commercial aspects.

- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for all construction disciplines including civil, structural, MEP, and finishing work.

- Monitor actual project costs vs. estimates and investigate variances.

- Provide support in contractual pricing, project cash flow forecasting, and risk assessments.

- Attend internal and external project meetings and provide input on cost matters.

- Verify contractor bills and certify Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs).

- Prepare feasibility reports for proposed projects Coordinate and report regularly to head office staff on cost-related matters.

Job Requirements:

- DAE in CIVIL, quantity surveying, or related field

- Certification in cost engineering is an advantage

- Minimum 7 years of experience in cost estimation, preferably in large scale construction or real estate development projects

- Prior Experience with both pre-contract and post-contract cost control activities

- Excellent knowledge of construction methods, materials, and market pricing

- Proficiency in Estimation software (Plan swift or any other) .

- Strong command o MS Excel

- Analytical and quantitative skills with high attention to detail

- Effective communication and coordination skills Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications