Job Purpose
The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for quantity estimation, cost planning, BOQ preparation, tendering support, contractor billing, cost control, variation management, and ensuring projects are completed within the approved budget while maintaining quality and contractual compliance.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
1. Quantity Estimation & BOQ
- Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
- Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for tendering and execution.
- Verify quantities submitted by consultants and contractors.
- Maintain quantity reconciliation throughout the project lifecycle.
2. Cost Estimation & Budgeting
- Prepare project cost estimates during concept, design, and execution stages.
- Develop cost plans and budget forecasts.
- Monitor actual costs against approved budgets.
- Identify potential cost overruns and recommend corrective actions.
3. Tendering & Procurement Support
- Prepare tender documents and BOQs.
- Float enquiries to vendors and contractors.
- Analyze quotations and prepare comparative statements.
- Assist in technical and commercial negotiations.
- Recommend award of contracts.
4. Contract Administration
- Review contract terms and conditions.
- Ensure contractual compliance by contractors.
- Monitor contract milestones and deliverables.
- Maintain contract documentation and records.
5. Billing & Payment Certification
- Verify contractor RA Bills.
- Measure executed quantities jointly with site engineers.
- Certify work completed for payment processing.
- Prepare final bills and settlement statements.
6. Variation & Change Management
- Evaluate variation orders.
- Assess financial impact of design changes.
- Prepare and negotiate variation claims.
- Maintain variation registers.
7. Cost Monitoring & Reporting
- Track project expenditure.
- Prepare monthly cost reports.
- Monitor committed vs actual costs.
- Prepare cash flow projections.
8. Site Coordination
- Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, and project teams.
- Conduct site measurements.
- Resolve quantity-related issues.
- Participate in project review meetings.
9. Value Engineering
- Suggest cost-saving alternatives.
- Evaluate substitute materials.
- Optimize construction methods without compromising quality.
10. Documentation & Records
- Maintain BOQs, estimates, rate analyses, and billing records.
- Maintain measurement books and quantity reconciliation reports.
- Archive all commercial documents.
Key Deliverables
- Accurate BOQs.
- Cost estimates within defined accuracy.
- Timely contractor bill certification.
- Monthly cost reports.
- Quantity reconciliation statements.
- Variation order register.
- Tender analysis reports.
- Final account settlements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering.
- Certification in Quantity Surveying is preferred.
- 5–10 years of experience in real estate development (residential/commercial/high-rise projects).
Technical Skills
- Quantity take-off and estimation.
- BOQ preparation.
- Rate analysis.
- Cost planning and budgeting.
- Contract management.
- Tender evaluation.
- Billing and measurement.
- Knowledge of IS Codes and construction practices.
- Familiarity with FIDIC or other standard construction contracts (preferred).
Software Skills
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)
- CostX, PlanSwift, or similar QS software (preferred)
- MS Project or Primavera (basic understanding)
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and numerical skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Commercial acumen.
- Negotiation skills.
- Communication and coordination.
- Time management.
- Problem-solving.
- Integrity and ethical conduct.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy of quantity estimates (target variance within ±2%).
- Percentage of contractor bills processed within the agreed timeline.
- Budget variance maintained within approved limits.
- Timely completion of quantity reconciliation.
- Savings achieved through value engineering initiatives.
- Accuracy of BOQs and tender documents.
- Number of billing disputes resolved.
- Timely closure of final accounts.
- Compliance with contractual and company procedures.
This job description is suitable for a real estate development company handling residential, commercial, mixed-use, or township projects and can be incorporated into the company's HR manual or Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
