Quantity Surveyor Senior Manager - Highrise Building

Our client, a well-established company in the Property industry, is looking for a Quantity Surveyor Senior Manager to oversee and streamline their operational functions. This role requires an experienced leader who can manage day-to-day operations, optimize processes, and ensure efficient performance across all areas of the business. If you have a strong background in Quantity Surveying in high-rise buildings and are ready to take on a leadership role with significant responsibilities, this position offers a great opportunity for career growth.

Responsibilities:

Cost Management & Budgeting:

• Develop and oversee project cost estimates and budgets, ensuring effective cost control throughout the projects duration.
• Monitor and analyze cost fluctuations, recommending opportunities for savings.
• Provide regular cost performance reports and suggest necessary adjustments to maintain budget adherence.

Contract Administration:

• Review and negotiate contracts with contractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Ensure adherence to contract terms, including payment schedules, penalties, and deadlines.
• Handle contract-related issues, including claims and disputes.

Tendering & Procurement:

• Supervise the preparation of tender documents and manage the procurement process for construction contracts and subcontractors.
• Evaluate and assess tenders from contractors and suppliers, ensuring value for money.
• Ensure the procurement process aligns with the company's policies and procedures.

Project Monitoring & Reporting:

• Oversee the financial performance of projects, ensuring effective implementation of cost control systems.
• Prepare financial reports for senior management, clients, and stakeholders.
• Track project progress and report potential financial risks or delays.

Team Management & Leadership:

• Lead and manage a team of quantity surveyors, offering guidance, mentoring, and training.
• Distribute workloads and ensure timely completion of project milestones and reporting.
• Conduct performance evaluations and foster the professional development of team members.

Risk Management & Cost Control:

• Identify potential risks related to costs, time, and resources, and create strategies to mitigate them.
• Ensure that change orders and cost variations are handled per contract terms.
• Implement cost-effective solutions without compromising project quality or safety.

Value Engineering & Cost Optimization:

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to evaluate design and construction methods for cost-saving opportunities.
• Provide recommendations for value engineering to reduce construction costs while maintaining quality.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure all project activities comply with industry standards, laws, and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, cost reports, variations, and change orders.
• Ensure proper documentation and processing of payments, invoices, and financial records.

Client Liaison & Stakeholder Communication:

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and other key stakeholders.
• Serve as a primary contact for clients, addressing queries related to cost and contracts.
• Effectively communicate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals and financial expectations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in a similar role.
• Extensive knowledge of construction cost estimation, budgeting, and contract management.
• Strong experience in procurement, tendering, and contract negotiations.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capability to make decisions under pressure.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Advanced negotiation skills to effectively manage contracts and resolve disputes.