JUNIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Main Purpose: To take responsibility for the financial and contractual management of construction and engineering projects within the Projects environment. Key Performance Areas Include Cost planning and estimation Prepare detailed cost estimates during the design phase. Assess feasibility and advise on budget constraints. Develop cost plans to ensure the project remains financially viable. Tendering and procurement Prepare tender documents including Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for main and/or sub-contractors including the measurement and description of work. Evaluate contractor bids and assist in contractor selection. Evaluate client RFOs/tenders and assist with tender submission. Manage contractual relationship between stakeholders. Advise on procurement strategies and contract types. Contract administration Drafting of preliminaries, preambles and contract conditions. Manage contractual relationships between stakeholders. Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions. Handles variations, claims and disputes resolution and any contractual correspondence for the Project Commercial Manager. Survey, measure and record site information. Cost control and reporting Monitor project costs against budget throughout the project lifecycle. Identify cost overruns and recommend corrective actions. Prepare project cost reports (POC) for stakeholders. Ensure communication to the required management levels. Valuation and payment Conduct interim valuations for progress payments. Assess completed work and certifies payments to contractors. Prepare final assessments at project completion. Any other job-related duties as required from time to time. Risk management Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies. Advise on contingency allowances and cost implications of risks. Competencies/skills Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines within a fast-paced environment. High levels of accuracy in cost estimation and reporting. Is meticulous in finding errors, ensure accuracy by checking details and produces quality work in detail. Strong communication skills/ Minimum Requirements Grade 12/N3. BSc. (hons) or B.Tech. degree in Quantity Surveying. 2 Years’ experience in Quantity Surveying in a contraction and engineering field. Experience in working directly with Project Managers, Engineers, Contractors and Sub-Contractors. Knowledge of and able to read and understand project schedules. Functional knowledge of engineering contracts NEC, FIDIC, JBCC and GCC. Knowledge of and able to draft and understand BoQs, cost plans, tender documents and variation orders. Computer literacy (MS Office suite of software). #J-18808-Ljbffr