Ascentech Services Ltd acts as a gateway to provide a wide range of recruitment and selection services to companies. We are a dedicated team of professional consultants offering top-of-the-line executive recruitment and selection services. We cater for the needs of a range of professionals seeking employment and work together to create effective solutions using our networks and strong client base.Job Summary

Our client is urgently seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs, prepare accurate cost estimates, administer contracts, and ensure construction projects are delivered within budget and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, and tender documentation.
Monitor project costs and implement effective cost control measures.
Measure and value completed works, variations, and final accounts.
Evaluate contractor quotations and support contract negotiations.
Prepare interim valuations and payment certificates.
Conduct site inspections to verify work progress and quantities.
Prepare cost reports and provide financial updates to management.
Ensure compliance with contract terms and industry standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in the construction industry.
Strong knowledge of cost estimation, BOQ preparation, contract administration, and project cost control.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quantity surveying software.
NIQS membership or QSRBN registration is an added advantage.
Candidates residing in or willing to relocate to Epe are preferred.
Applicants living within the Ajah, Epe, or Ibeju-Lekki axis will have an added advantage.

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Ascentech Services Ltd acts as a gateway to provide a wide range of recruitment and selection services to companies. We are a dedicated team of professional consultants offering top-of-the-line executive recruitment and selection services. We cater for the needs of a range of professionals seeking employment and work together to create effective solutions using our networks and strong client base.Job Description

The Quantity Surveyor works closely with all stakeholders to monitor ongoing construction projects and ensures they are completed within the projected cost-effective budget & schedule and as well meet quality standards.

Responsibilities

Preparation of cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documents.
Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain the best prices and terms.
Manage project budgets, including forecasting and monitoring costs.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of all project-related costs and financial transactions.
Provide expert advice on procurement, risk management, and cost-saving measures.
Understanding the client requirements and quantities take off as per marking and RCP drawings.
Identify gaps between BOQ and drawings, specifications, and conditions of the contract and taking it for a logical closure.
Participate in the pre-tendering activities with client, architect, and project managers and raise relevant pre-bid queries from the given tender.
Prepare the initial quote and contract for the sales team from the company’s side.
Coordinate with the design team for analyzing architectural and service drawings.
Manage the valuation of work done and handle claims and variations.
Prepare interim and final valuations, variations, and claims of the construction site.
Conduct feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.
Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize project outcomes and achieve value for money.

Requirements

First Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field
At least 3 years of relevant work experience in quantity surveying, procurement, preferably in the construction industry.
Advanced knowledge of construction industry practices, regulations, and standards.
Knowledge of service guidelines, such as the National Building Code (NBC), ANSI/ASHRAE for HVAC, and LEED for green buildings.
Familiarity with contract administration and legal aspects of construction projects.
Understands general contracting, design-build, package contracting, value-based projects, and loading margins and lump sum in commercial fit-out, residential, or retail projects.
Experience working with AutoCAD and validating quantities from the given drawings.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with extraordinary negotiation abilities.
Proficiency in relevant software and tools for quantity surveying.

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