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Quantity Surveyor - Civil
A Quantity Surveyor – Civil is responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of civil construction projects to ensure effective cost control, accurate measurement, and financial efficiency. The role involves preparing quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, valuations, and payment applications; monitoring project costs and budgets; evaluating variations and claims; managing subcontractor accounts; reviewing tenders and quotations; maintaining accurate commercial records; preparing cost reports and forecasts; and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, project specifications, and company policies.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, and material schedules for civil works.
- Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation to identify scope and commercial requirements.
- Prepare interim payment applications, progress valuations, and payment certificates.
- Measure completed works and verify quantities against approved drawings and site records.
- Monitor project costs, budgets, commitments, and expenditure to ensure effective cost control.
- Prepare and evaluate variations, claims, extensions of time, and other contractual matters.
- Review subcontractor quotations, interim claims, final accounts, and supporting documentation.
- Assist with the preparation and evaluation of tenders and subcontract packages.
- Liaise with project managers, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients on commercial matters.
- Maintain accurate records of quantities, costs, variations, payments, and contractual correspondence.
- Conduct regular site visits to verify progress, measurements, and completed works.
Candidate Profile:
- Five to nine years of relevant experience in Quantity Surveying within the civil construction industry.
- A degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Strong experience in quantity take-offs, BOQ preparation, and cost estimation.
- Hands-on experience in project cost control, budgeting, and cost monitoring.
- Experience in preparing interim valuations, payment applications, and final accounts.
- Knowledge of handling variations, claims, and contractual matters.
Hayleys is an equal opportunity Employer.
Pay and benefits for the above position will be competitive, with rewards based on performance.



