Job Description – QS & Planning Lead (Civil / Infrastructure)

Designation: Quantity Surveying & Planning Lead

Department: Projects / Project Controls

Industry: Infrastructure / Construction / EPC Experience: 10–15 Years

Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech – Civil/Structural Engineering

Reporting To: Project Director

1. Job Purpose

To lead and manage the Quantity Surveying (QS), Planning and Project Controls functions across construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring effective cost management, project scheduling, resource planning, progress monitoring, contractual compliance and timely project execution.

The role requires strong expertise in Roads, Bridges, Structures and Building projects, with the ability to coordinate with project teams, consultants, clients, subcontractors and management.

2. Key Roles & Responsibilities

A. Quantity Surveying & Cost Management

- Review drawings, BOQs, technical specifications and contract documents to understand project scope and commercial requirements.
- Prepare detailed quantity take-offs, estimates and cost analysis for civil and infrastructure works.
- Verify quantities executed at site and certify subcontractor RA bills.
- Prepare, review and certify client RA bills in coordination with project teams.
- Monitor project budgets, actual expenditure, committed costs and cost-to-complete.
- Identify quantity variations, deviations and additional works and prepare variation statements.
- Evaluate extra items, rate analysis and claims arising from changes in project scope.
- Prepare reconciliation statements for cement, steel, bitumen, aggregates, concrete and other construction materials.
- Monitor subcontractor measurements, billing, work orders and commercial commitments.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement effective cost-control measures.

B. Project Planning & Scheduling

- Develop detailed project execution schedules in line with contractual milestones and completion timelines.
- Prepare baseline schedules, master schedules and detailed activity-wise construction programmes.
- Develop WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) and activity sequencing for different project components.
- Prepare resource-loaded schedules covering manpower, machinery,



materials and subcontractor deployment.
- Monitor actual progress against planned progress and identify delays and critical activities.
- Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly progress reports, including S-curves and progress dashboards.
- Conduct delay analysis and identify reasons for slippages and their impact on project completion.
- Develop catch-up plans and recovery schedules to achieve contractual milestones.
- Coordinate with site teams to ensure availability of resources and timely execution of planned activities.
- Track project milestones, critical path activities and contractual completion dates.

C. Contract Management & Commercial Control

- Review contract conditions, BOQ provisions, specifications and commercial clauses.
- Monitor contractual obligations, milestones, payment terms and deliverables.
- Prepare and submit claims for extra items, deviations, variations and extension of time (EOT).
- Evaluate subcontractor quotations, rate analysis and commercial proposals.
- Maintain records of contractual correspondence, instructions and approvals.
- Support management in dispute resolution, claim negotiations and contractual matters.
- Monitor liquidated damages (LD), retention, performance guarantees and other contractual provisions.
- Ensure proper documentation to substantiate claims and safeguard the company's commercial interests.

D. Project Monitoring & Reporting

- Establish project monitoring systems to track physical and financial progress.
- Prepare MIS reports highlighting planned vs. actual progress, cost performance and project status.
- Monitor project productivity, resource utilisation and work-front availability.
- Conduct periodic reviews with Project Managers and site execution teams.
- Identify bottlenecks affecting progress and recommend corrective actions.
- Report project risks, cost overruns,



delays and potential contractual exposures to management.
- Ensure proper coordination between planning, execution, procurement, billing and finance teams.

3. Technical Project Experience Required

The candidate should have hands-on experience in Quantity Surveying, Planning and Project Controls across the following project categories:

Roads & Highways

- Earthwork, embankment and subgrade
- GSB, WMM and DBM
- Bituminous Concrete (BC)
- Drainage, culverts and road furniture

Bridges & Structures

- Pile foundations and pile caps
- Piers, abutments and foundations
- PSC girders and launching
- RCC structures and retaining walls

Buildings & Civil Works

- Excavation and foundation works
- RCC and structural works
- Masonry, plastering and finishing
- Flooring, waterproofing and MEP coordination

4. Software & Technical Skills

- Primavera P6 – Project scheduling and monitoring.
- MS Project – Project planning and scheduling.
- Advanced MS Excel – Cost analysis, MIS and reporting.
- AutoCAD – Drawing interpretation and quantity estimation.
- MS Office – Reports, presentations and documentation.
- Knowledge of ERP-based project costing and billing systems.
- Understanding of IS Codes, MoRTH specifications, CPWD specifications and relevant construction standards.

Desired Candidate Profile

- 10–15 years of experience in Civil Construction / Infrastructure / EPC projects.
- Strong experience in both Quantity Surveying and Project Planning.
- Should have independently handled QS and Planning functions for medium to large-scale projects.
- Experience in Roads, Highways, Bridges, RCC Structures and Buildings is essential.
- Strong understanding of BOQ, RA Bills, Cost Estimation, Rate Analysis and Contract Management.
- Hands-on experience in Primavera P6 and Advanced Excel.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
- Solid analytical, commercial negotiation and leadership skills.
- Willingness to travel and work at project locations as required

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹125,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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