QS Unit Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the client in overseeing Quantity Survey related works on projects assigned both locally and in Singapore.

• Maintain cost data base for both Philippine market and Singapore market.

• Coordinate communication between project team members, contractors and other relevant stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration.

• Facilitate progress meetings with contractors and manage progress claims to the client on weekly and monthly basis.

• Document and follow-up on important actions and decisions from meetings.

• Determine and highlight any project changes. Evaluate the potential contractual risks due to the changes and prepare contingency plans to minimise the risks.

• Monitor project progress, identify contractual claim related issues, risks, or delays, and propose adjustments to schedules or strategies as necessary.

• Provide regular updates and detailed reports on project status, developments, and outcomes.

• Review weekly and monthly reports on the status and progress of the contracts, including project costs and potential changes.

• Undertake project tasks assigned by Project Manager, when required.

• Manage team of QS personnel to produce high quality and timely deliverables.

• Report to local Manager in Philippines and overall QS unit head in Singapore

• Assist in establishing a client’s requirements and undertake feasibility studies.

• Perform risk, value management, and cost control.

• Advise on procurement strategies and contractual matters.

• Identify, analyze, and develop responses to commercial risks.

• Prepare and analyze costings for tenders.

• Allocate work to subcontractors and manage subcontractor accounts.

• Monitor and report on project progress and prepare valuations and final accounts.

• Ensure compliance with legal and quality standards throughout the project.

• Mentor and provide guidance to junior surveyors and other team members.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineer / Quantity Survey or related field of study.

• Proven experience in construction project management or a similar role.

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

• Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.

• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Knowledge of file management, transcription, and other administrative procedures.

• Ability to work on tight deadlines.

• Willing to accept Project-base status

• Willing to be stationed in Manila throughout the assignment.

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