Senior Quantity Surveyor

We are seeking a highly competent and detail-oriented Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong experience in pre-tender cost quantification for M&E fire protection projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in cost planning, tender preparation, contract administration and post-contract financial management, including progress claims and variation order (VO) assessments.

This role requires strong analytical skills, contractual knowledge and familiarity with Singapore construction regulations.

• Pre-Tender & Tender Stage
  • Perform detailed cost estimation and quantification for fire protection M&E and A&A projects.
  • Prepare Bills of Quantities (BQ), cost breakdowns and tender pricing schedules.
  • Source and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Conduct cost comparison analysis and recommend competitive pricing strategies.
  • Participate actively in tender submissions, including commercial clarifications and negotiations.
  • Prepare tender summary reports for management approval.
  • Develop cost benchmarks and maintain pricing databases for future projects.
• Post-Tender / Contract Administration
  • Prepare and submit progress claims to main contractors / clients.
  • Evaluate and certify subcontractors’ progress claims.
  • Prepare and assess Variation Order (VO) claims, including cost analysis and negotiation.
  • Issue payment certificates to subcontractors in accordance with contract terms.
  • Assist project team in final account preparation and settlement.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of QS experience in M&E projects, preferably in fire protection works.
• Strong experience in pre-tender cost quantification (essential).
• Working knowledge of the Security of Payment (SOP) Act.
• Adjudication experience will be an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and cost estimation tools.
• Meticulous and able to work under tight deadlines.