Intermediate Quantity Surveyor (Aspiring Project Manager) - A0651

Status: Open

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Tags: Intermediate Quantity Surveyor

Purpose of the Role

To support the Head Project Manager by providing accurate and timely quantity surveying / cost control inputs, measuring and managing costs, risks and contract administration; to assist in project delivery; and through mentorship and exposure, to grow into a full Project Manager role over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BoQs), estimates, and costings for DAS Construction’s projects (warehouses, industrial buildings, external works, etc.).
• Review project scope, drawings, specifications in pre-tender and tender phases to identify cost risks and potential savings.
• Assist in procurement: obtain quotations, compare supplier and sub-contractor bids, ensure best value.
• Contract administration: prepare and issue variation orders, assess claims, monitor subcontractor / supplier invoices.
• Cost monitoring during the project: track actual vs budget, prepare forecasts, identify cost overruns.
• Liaise with site teams, project managers, site supervisors to gather measurements, site cost data, progress, and feedback.
• Attend regular site visits with the Head Project Manager: review progress, site constraints, verify quantities, assess risks or opportunities.
• Assist with programme / schedule monitoring, linking cost and time.
• Assist in preparation of reports to management / clients re: cost status, forecasts, risks.
• Ensure contract compliance (terms, standards, safety, quality) relative to cost work.

Growth & Mentorship

• Will be mentored by the Head Project Manager: exposure to full project lifecycle from tender through construction to handover.
• Expected to gradually take on more responsibility: leading smaller projects, taking ownership of sections of larger projects.
• Opportunities to build skills in project management: scheduling, resource planning, client reporting, team leadership.

Required Skills & Experience

Qualifications / Education

• Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional registration or working towards registration (if applicable).

Experience

• 3-5 years as a Quantity Surveyor or similar role in construction, ideally in industrial / warehouse / large scale building projects.
• Experience with contract types common to industrial projects / design & construct.
• Demonstrated experience doing estimates, BoQs, variation and cost tracking.

Technical Skills

• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications.
• Good cost estimating and financial forecasting skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software: e.g. Microsoft Excel (advanced), cost / estimating software, possibly project management / scheduling tools.
• Attention to detail, accuracy in measurement and cost detail.

Interpersonal / Soft Skills

• Good communication skills: able to liaise between site, suppliers, subcontractors, head office.
• Analytical mindset, problem solving.
• Proactive, dependable, able to work under guidance but also take initiative.
• Strong organisational skills: multi-tasking, meeting deadlines, prioritising.
• Willingness to travel to sites often; comfortable working on site.

What the Role Offers

• Mentorship by the Head Project Manager, exposure to full project lifecycle.
• Opportunity for career growth into Project Manager role.
• Exposure across industrial construction, design & construct, external works, etc.
• Working in a reputable, growing company with strong commitment to quality and empowerment.
• Competitive remuneration package and benefits in line with experience.

 

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