Position: Quantity Surveyor

Department: Projects / Civil

Location: Coimbatore

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to manage and control the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects from planning through completion. The candidate will be responsible for cost estimation, quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), tender evaluation, procurement support, expense tracking, billing, and contract administration, ensuring projects are delivered within the approved budget and in compliance with applicable standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare detailed cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for construction projects.

- Analyze drawings, specifications, and project requirements to determine quantities and costs.

- Prepare and review project budgets and cost plans.

- Obtain and evaluate quotations from contractors, suppliers, and vendors.

- Assist in tender preparation, floating, comparison, and evaluation.

- Prepare comparative statements and support contractor/vendor selection.

- Monitor project expenditures against approved budgets and identify cost variations.

- Prepare and verify contractor bills, RA bills, measurement sheets, and payment certificates.

- Track material quantities, labour costs, and other project-related expenses.

- Manage variations, extra items, deductions, and claims during project execution.

- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and administering construction contracts and work orders.

- Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Architects,



Contractors, Procurement, and Accounts teams.

- Maintain proper records of quantities, costs, contracts, purchase orders, and project documentation.

- Conduct regular cost reconciliation and variance analysis.

- Ensure all works and financial documentation comply with project specifications, contractual terms, and applicable standards.

- Support final account preparation and project closure.

- Identify opportunities for cost optimization and value engineering without compromising quality.

Qualifications

- Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.

- Additional certification in Quantity Surveying / Construction Cost Management will be an advantage.

Experience

- 2–5 years of experience in Quantity Surveying / Construction Cost Management.

- Experience in building construction, infrastructure, commercial, institutional, or campus projects preferred.

Required Skills

- Strong knowledge of BOQ preparation, quantity estimation, rate analysis, and cost control.

- Knowledge of construction materials, specifications, and methods.

- Good understanding of contracts, tenders, procurement, and billing procedures.

- Proficiency in MS Excel and construction-related software.

- Ability to read and interpret civil/architectural drawings.

- Solid analytical and numerical skills.

- Good negotiation and vendor management skills.

- Excellent documentation and coordination abilities.

- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet project deadlines

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