Roles & Responsibilities for a Sr. Quantity Surveyor (QS)
Quantity Measurement & Billing
Prepare & check bills of quantities (BOQ), RA bills
Measure & verify site quantities for client billing
Ensure accuracy in itemization, rates, and measurements
Cost Control & Budgeting
Track project costs vs budget; flag cost overruns
Prepare cost reports, variation analysis
Support in preparing project financial forecasts
Contract Management
Interpret contract terms; ensure compliance
Handle variations, claims, and extensions of time (EOT)
Coordinate with clients/consultants on contractual issues
Site Coordination
Liaise with site engineers on material reconciliation
Verify site measurements for accuracy
Attend site meetings, review progress vs plans
Tendering Support
Prepare BOQs for tenders; assist in bid analysis
Coordinate with estimators on cost inputs
Reporting & Documentation
Prepare project cost reports, status updates
Maintain records of measurements, variations, approvals