JOB DESCRIPTION

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Precast Concrete

APV Spartek | Product Development Centre (PDC)

Location: Gudapakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Employment Type: Freelance / Project-Based

Function: Quantity Surveying, Estimation & Precast Product Development

Experience: 3–8 Years (preferred)

Industry: Precast Concrete, Civil Construction, Infrastructure & Building

Materials

About APV Spartek

APV Spartek, part of the Spartek Group, operates in the building materials and

construction solutions sector, with a focus on precast concrete products and

innovative construction technologies.

The Product Development Centre (PDC) at Gudapakkam, Chennai, focuses on

the development, testing, costing and commercialisation of precast concrete

solutions for infrastructure, industrial and building construction projects.

Role Overview

APV Spartek is looking to engage experienced freelance Quantity Surveyors to

support its Precast Product Development Centre in quantity estimation, cost

analysis, BOQ preparation and commercial evaluation of precast concrete

products.

The role will involve working closely with the engineering, design, production

and business development teams to develop accurate cost estimates and

commercially viable precast solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quantity Estimation & BOQ Preparation

- Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for precast concrete

products, components and project requirements.

- Calculate concrete volumes, reinforcement steel quantities, embedded

components, inserts and other material requirements from drawings.• Interpret architectural, structural and shop drawings to prepare accurate

quantity take-offs.

- Estimate quantities for precast walls, boundary walls, slabs, columns,

beams, drains, curbs, staircases, façade panels, water tanks and other

precast elements.

2. Cost Estimation & Commercial Analysis





- Prepare detailed product-wise and project-wise cost estimates for

precast solutions.

- Analyse material, reinforcement, mould, labour, manufacturing,

handling, transportation and installation costs.

- Develop cost sheets and pricing models to determine the estimated cost

per unit, per running metre, per square metre or per cubic metre, as

applicable.

- Identify opportunities for cost optimisation without compromising

product quality or structural requirements.

3. Product Development Support

- Work with the PDC engineering team to assess the commercial

feasibility of current precast products.

- Prepare standardised costing templates for repeatable products and

customised project requirements.

- Support value engineering by comparing alternative dimensions,

designs, materials and manufacturing methods.

- Assist in developing standard BOQs, rate analysis sheets and product

costing databases.

4. Project Tendering & Documentation

- Review tender documents, technical specifications and project drawings

to prepare quantity estimates.

- Support the preparation of commercial proposals, quotations and

tender submissions.

- Prepare rate analysis, quantity reconciliation and variation statements.

- Coordinate with the engineering and business development teams to

clarify technical and commercial requirements.5. Vendor & Market Rate Analysis

- Obtain and analyse prevailing rates for cement, aggregates,

reinforcement steel, admixtures, inserts and other relevant materials.

- Evaluate subcontractor, transportation, erection and installation costs.





- Maintain updated cost benchmarks for precast manufacturing and

project execution.

Required Qualifications & Skills

- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.

- 3–8 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, estimation or

costing, preferably in precast concrete or civil infrastructure projects.

- Strong understanding of concrete quantities, reinforcement estimation,

BOQ preparation and rate analysis.

- Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, reinforcement

drawings and precast shop drawings.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with AutoCAD; experience

with estimation or quantity take-off software is an advantage.

- Strong numerical, analytical and documentation skills.

- Ability to work independently and deliver accurate estimates within

agreed timelines.

Engagement Model

- Freelance, part-time or project-based engagement.

- Flexible working arrangements, with site or PDC visits as required.

- Remuneration to be mutually agreed based on experience, scope of

work and project complexity.

- Possibility of continued assignments based on performance and project

requirements.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Candidates with prior experience in precast manufacturing, structural concrete

estimation, infrastructure projects, industrial construction or precast product

costing will be preferred.

Professionals with an established freelance practice and the ability to

independently deliver BOQs, detailed cost sheets and quantity take-offs are

encouraged to apply.How to Apply

Interested candidates may share their updated CV, relevant project experience

and details of their freelance engagement or commercial expectations.

APV Spartek – Product Development Centre

Gudappakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Freelance Quantity Surveyor (Chennai)
🏢 APV SPARTEK
📍 Chennai