Job Description – Quantity Surveyor

Company: Intellectus Builders and Interiors Pvt. Ltd.
Location: Kochi, Kerala
Department: Projects / Estimation
Experience Required: Minimum 2–4 years
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage cost estimation, BOQ preparation, budgeting, billing and cost control for residential, commercial, civil construction and interior fit-out projects. The candidate must have strong knowledge of materials, specifications, market rates and site measurement procedures.

Key Responsibilities

· Study architectural, structural, MEP and interior drawings.

· Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and BOQs for civil and interior works.

· Prepare project estimates, rate analyses and execution budgets.

· Calculate material, labour, machinery and subcontractor requirements.

· Obtain and compare quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.

· Prepare client quotations, tender documents and commercial proposals.

· Verify contractor and supplier bills against actual site measurements.

· Prepare client running-account bills and final bills.

· Track project expenses and compare actual costs with approved budgets.

· Identify cost variations and submit timely cost-control reports.

· Prepare variation orders for additional or modified works.

· Conduct joint site measurements with engineers, contractors and clients.

· Coordinate with architects, interior designers, project managers, purchase teams and site engineers.

· Assist the procurement team with material specifications and quantities.

· Prepare reconciliation statements for major construction materials.

· Evaluate subcontractor quotations and negotiate competitive rates.

· Maintain project-wise measurement sheets, billing records and cost reports.

· Support value engineering without compromising quality or design intent.





· Monitor wastage, material consumption and project profitability.

· Assist in project closure, final account settlement and documentation.

Required Qualifications

· Diploma or B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering.

· Minimum 2–4 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimation Engineer.

· Experience in civil construction and interior fit-out projects is preferred.

· Solid knowledge of BOQ preparation, quantity take-off, rate analysis and billing.

· Good understanding of construction materials, interior materials and execution methods.

· Knowledge of Kerala market rates, labour rates and vendor pricing is an advantage.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD.

· Knowledge of estimation software such as PlanSwift, CostX or equivalent is preferred.

· Ability to read architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing and interior drawings.

· Good analytical, negotiation, documentation and communication skills.

· Willingness to visit project sites when required.

Preferred Technical Knowledge

· Civil, masonry, plastering, waterproofing and flooring works.

· Painting, gypsum ceiling and partition works.

· Modular kitchen, wardrobe and custom furniture works.

· Plywood, WPC, laminate, veneer, acrylic and hardware specifications.

· Electrical, plumbing, HVAC and fire-fighting quantities.

· Measurement standards and billing procedures.

· Material reconciliation and cost-variance reporting.

Key Performance Indicators

· Accuracy of estimates and BOQs.

· Timely submission of quotations and bills.

· Control of project costs within approved budgets.

· Accuracy of site measurements and contractor bill verification.

· Reduction in material wastage and unplanned expenses.

· Timely identification and documentation of variation works.

· Maintenance of accurate project cost and billing records.

Pay: ₹13,556.86 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Quantity Surveyor (Kochi)
🏢 Intellectus Builders and Interiors
📍 Kochi