Civil QS Lead Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Quantity Surveying & Take-offs: Perform detailed and accurate quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications for civil, architectural, and structural items.
• Cost Management: Prepare, update, and monitor project budgets, BOQs (Bills of Quantities), and cash flow forecasts.
• Subcontractor Management: Prepare tender documents, analyze offers, negotiate contracts, and manage subcontracted activities.
• Valuation & Payment: Prepare and verify interim payment applications (IPAs) for subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with work completed on-site.
• Variation & Claims: Identify, analyze, and negotiate variation orders and potential claims to manage cost changes.
• Reporting: Prepare regular progress, financial, and cost variance reports for management and clients.
• Coordination: Liaise with site engineers, architects, and technical office teams to resolve design conflicts (RFIs) and update budgets accordingly.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Experience: Typically 7–12years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, with at least 2–3 years in a senior or lead role within a contracting or consultancy firm.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MS Office Suite (especially Excel). Experience with QS software like CostX or PlanSwift is often required.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction contracts, technical specifications, and procurement processes. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Key Competencies

• Leadership: Proven ability to manage teams and supervise work activities on project sites.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, maps, and technical specifications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written English skills for negotiating with contractors and reporting to clients.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve commercial challenges proactively under tight deadlines