Quantity Surveyor

Requirements:

Cost estimation: Reviewing architectural plans to estimate material and labour costs and prepare budgets.

Budget management: Monitoring project costs, tracking expenses against the budget, and making adjustments as needed.

Contract administration: Preparing, negotiating, and managing contracts with contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Risk assessment: Identifying potential financial or construction risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.

Financial reporting: Preparing detailed progress reports and final accounts for clients and stakeholders.

Liaison and communication: Acting as a link between clients, project managers, architects, and engineers.

Procurement: Managing the tender process, including evaluating bids and awarding work to subcontractors.

Key skills and qualities

Strong analytical and numerical skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Attention to detail.

Knowledge of construction, contracts, and regulations.

Negotiating skills.

Methodical and practical approach.