Quantity Surveyor - Construction Cost Planning

Fresher Jobs Hub is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quantity Surveyor – Construction Cost Planning to support construction projects through accurate cost estimation, budget preparation, quantity measurement, financial planning, and cost control. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring that construction projects are delivered within approved budgets while maintaining quality standards, contractual compliance, and financial efficiency.

The Quantity Surveyor will work closely with project managers, architects, civil engineers, contractors, procurement teams, and other stakeholders to evaluate project requirements, prepare detailed cost estimates, monitor expenditure, and identify opportunities for cost optimisation.

This position is suitable for professionals who have a strong understanding of construction methods, building materials, quantity take-offs, tender documentation, and commercial cost management. Candidates with experience in residential, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure construction projects are encouraged to apply.

• Prepare detailed construction cost estimates, preliminary budgets, and financial forecasts based on architectural drawings, engineering specifications, and project requirements.
• Conduct accurate quantity take-offs and measurements for civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical construction works.
• Analyse construction drawings, bills of quantities (BOQs), technical specifications, and tender documents to determine project resource requirements.
• Develop detailed cost plans covering labour, materials, equipment, subcontracting, transportation, and other project-related expenses.
• Prepare, review, and maintain Bills of Quantities (BOQs), schedules of rates, and cost breakdown statements.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, subcontractor proposals, and material pricing to identify competitive procurement opportunities.
• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and identify potential cost overruns or financial risks.
• Prepare cost comparison reports, budget variance analyses, and financial progress updates for project management teams.
• Assist in tender preparation, bid evaluation, commercial negotiations, and contract documentation.
• Coordinate with procurement teams to obtain updated material prices and assess market fluctuations affecting construction costs.
• Identify alternative construction materials, methods, and specifications that can reduce expenditure without compromising quality or safety.
• Evaluate variations, additional works, and scope changes to determine their financial impact on project budgets.
• Review contractor payment applications, interim valuations, and supporting documentation to verify completed work quantities.
• Support contract administration, including claims assessment, final account preparation, and financial settlement procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of measurements, cost estimates, invoices, purchase orders, and project financial documents.
• Collaborate with engineers and site teams to verify actual construction progress and reconcile measured quantities.
• Prepare cost reports and communicate financial recommendations to senior management and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant construction standards, contractual requirements, procurement policies, and financial procedures.
• Support project close-out activities by preparing final cost reports and documenting financial performance.

• Bachelors degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of construction cost estimation, quantity surveying principles, and commercial project management.
• Knowledge of construction drawings, technical specifications, BOQs, and tender documentation.
• Ability to perform accurate quantity take-offs and construction measurements.
• Understanding of building materials, construction methods, labour requirements, and equipment costs.
• Familiarity with cost planning, budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Good numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when preparing estimates and reviewing project documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.
• Familiarity with quantity surveying software and construction measurement tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with…