Job For Chief Quantity Surveyor In A Fast Growing Construction Firm

Venerer Talent - Our client, a fast growing Construction firm is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Quantity Surveyor Location: Abuja Job Summary

In this position, you will estimate costs of construction projects, working with contractors, builders, and architects to provide the most cost-effective plans that meet high quality standards.
He/she will work to minimize the costs of project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality.

Job Responsibilities

Advise clients on improvements, strategies, and/or estimated costs
Prepare payments for contractors and subcontractors
Document progress, materials, and reports on project
Advise on property taxes, regulations, and local laws
Source maintenance costs and facilities management for clients
Develop and maintain working relationships with contractors and subcontractors
Utilize software to calculate, record, and track inventory and estimates
Analyze completed MMIS projects to determine ROI and compare costs
Send regular reports about project cost and progress to the lead quantity surveyor.
Value completed work and arrange payments.
Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets
Identify potential financial or construction risks
Set budgets for payments, inventory needs, and materials
Analyze costs for maintenance and additional building needs
Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets
Advise on a procurement strategy.
Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks.
Undertake cost analysis for all MMIS projects
Engage clients to understand client's requirements and undertake feasibility studies.
Perform risk, value management and cost control.
Provide advice and forecasts about project costs.
Review architectural plans and prepare quantity needs
Estimate quantity and costs of materials
Assist in preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the Project managers, design department and/or the client
Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors
Act as a liaison between clients and site managers/engineers
Keep track of construction materials and inventory
Identify potential financial or construction risks

Minimum Educational Qualifications & Professional Experience

Project management Certification will an added advantage
Health & Safety Certification will be an added advantage.
10 - 18 years relevant experience as a quantity surveyor.
University Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Engineering or related field from a reputable higher institution of learning.
Minimum of 10 years of direct experience in the construction/Engineering industry.
Professional certification such as Membership of the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors(NIQS),Quantity Surveyors Registration Board (QSRBN) and other Professional bodies will be an added advantage

Required Skills:

Good at time management and prioritization of work
Good eye for detail, for seeing small points in drawings, checking work quality
In-depth understanding of construction, materials, pricing, and industry
Strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets, and financial report.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Numerical accuracy skills
Analytical thinking skills
Negotiation skills
Ability to read and interpret drawings
Proficiency in computer software used in the construction industry
Ability to analyze financial records and apply data to improved results
Good working knowledge of civil, architectural, mechanical and electrical work
Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets; strong estimating and financial analysis skills