Exp-4+years in QS and Costing

A Quantity Surveyor plays a critical role in managing and controlling costs across building and civil engineering projects—from initial planning stages through to project completion. Their main objective is to ensure that construction works are delivered within the allocated budget, meet required quality standards, and adhere to all regulatory obligations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Cost Estimation & Budget Management:

- Create comprehensive cost assessments for proposed construction works.
- Establish and oversee budgets throughout the entire duration of the project.
- Offer cost-saving insights and maintain financial discipline to avoid budget overruns.

Preparation of BOQs

- Generate detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ) using architectural and technical designs.
- Review and compare tender submissions from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Contribute to tender pricing and overall bid strategy development.

Project Cost Monitoring & Financial Reporting:

- Track ongoing project expenses and highlight any deviations to senior management.
- Compile and submit regular cost reports and forecasts, including cash flow analyses.

Contractual Oversight:

- Draft and manage contracts with contractors and subcontractors.
- Monitor adherence to contractual obligations and handle variations or disputes as they arise.

Procurement Coordination:

- Support the procurement process for project materials and outsourced services.




- Engage with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement.

On-Site Measurements & Verification:

- Perform site visits to validate work completed against claims or invoices.
- Quantify resources and labor used on-site for billing and verification purposes.

Risk Identification & Cost Control:

- Pinpoint cost-related risks and delays, proposing solutions to minimize impact.
- Provide early alerts on potential cost escalations or scheduling delays.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

- Liaise with architects, engineers, project managers, and other team members to ensure cost transparency and effective communication.

Core Skills and Abilities:

- Excellent analytical and numerical aptitude
- In-depth understanding of construction processes, materials, and building codes
- Proficient in MS Excel
- Strong communication and negotiation capabilities
- Capable of working efficiently under pressure and tight deadlines

Educational Background and Experience:

- A Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field is required
- 4 years of hands-on experience within the construction or real estate sectors is preferred

Quantity Surveyor |Cost Estimator | Estimation Engineer | Billing Engineer | Project Cost Controller | Civil Quantity Estimator

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Cell phone reimbursement

Experience:

- Construction estimating: 3 years (Required)

Language:

- Malayalam (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Quantity Surveyor (Costing and Estimation) (Kochi)
🏢 Oranzai Builders
📍 Kochi