Quantity Surveyor - High Rise Construction
Allstream Global
Job Category
OthersJob Type
Full TimeLocation
United Arab EmiratesCity
DubaiDescription
We are searching for a reliable quantity surveyor to join our Clietn team of professionals.
Job Details
plays a crucial role in managing costs, ensuring accurate budgeting, and facilitating effective cost control throughout the entire construction project. Their responsibilities are divided into pre-contract and post-contract stages. Here's a breakdown of the job description and the skills required for each stage:
Pre-Contract Stage:
- Cost Estimation: Prepare detailed cost estimates based on architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and other project documents. This involves analyzing quantities of materials, labor, equipment, and other resources required for construction.
- Bill of Quantities (BOQ) Preparation: Develop a comprehensive BOQ, which is a detailed document listing all items and quantities required for the project. The BOQ serves as a basis for tendering, cost comparison, and contract administration.
- Budgeting: Collaborate with project managers, architects, and engineers to establish accurate project budgets. Monitor and adjust budgets as necessary throughout the project lifecycle.
- Value Engineering: Identify opportunities for cost savings while maintaining project quality and functionality. Suggest alternative materials or construction methods that could provide cost-effective solutions.
- Tendering: Prepare tender documents, including the BOQ, for contractors to bid on. Evaluate and compare bids received, considering both price and quality, and make recommendations for contractor selection.
Post-Contract Stage:
- Contract Administration: Manage the financial aspects of the construction contract. Verify that payments to contractors are accurate and in line with the progress of the project. Address any contractual claims or disputes related to quantities, variations, or changes.
- Cost Control: Monitor project costs against the budget, tracking expenditures and identifying any deviations. Implement strategies to keep the project within budget while maintaining quality standards.
- Variation and Change Management: Assess and quantify any changes or variations to the original project scope. Evaluate the impact of these changes on the project budget and timeline, and negotiate adjustments with contractors.
- Progress Reporting: Provide regular updates to stakeholders regarding the project's financial status, highlighting any potential cost overruns or savings. This helps in making informed decisions and taking corrective actions as needed.
- Final Account Preparation: Prepare the final account, reconciling all costs and payments throughout the project's duration. Ensure that all financial aspects of the project are accurately documented for project closure.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of construction materials, methods, and costs. Proficiency in using relevant software for quantity take-off, cost estimation, and project management.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex data, drawings, and specifications to accurately determine quantities and costs.
- Attention to Detail: Precise measurement and documentation of quantities and costs are essential to ensure accurate estimates and project budgets.
- Communication Skills: Effective communication with project stakeholders, contractors, and team members is crucial to convey cost-related information and negotiate changes.
- Contractual Understanding: Familiarity with construction contracts and legal aspects related to cost control, variations, and claims.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify cost-related challenges and provide practical solutions while adhering to project goals.
- Time Management: Efficiently manage tasks and meet deadlines, especially when dealing with tender submissions and contract administration.
- Negotiation Skills: Negotiate with contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes for the project.
- Bachleor in Civil from a reputed College or university.
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Posted on
15-08-2023 -
Experience
4 - 8 Years -
Qualification
Bachelor - Civil Engineering -
Vacancies
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