Quantity Surveyor at Talent Towers

Talent Towers is a Human Resource and Planning organization ensuring that our clients are provided with top-quality HR consultancy services in the areas of Manpower planning, recruitment, retention strategy planning and training.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from initial calculations to the final figures.
• The successful candidate will work closely with project managers to ensure profitability, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with legal and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Cost Estimation:

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for construction projects based on architectural drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Analyze and evaluate potential cost-saving measures and alternatives.

Budget Management:

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with client requirements and overall financial objectives.
• Regularly monitor and report on budget variances, providing recommendations for cost control.

Tendering Process:

• Prepare and analyze tender documents, including bills of quantities.
• Evaluate and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Assist in the selection of subcontractors through the tendering process.

Contract Administration:

• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual terms.
• Prepare and issue contractual correspondence, variations, and claims.
• Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to address contractual matters.

Final Accounts and Project Closeout:

• Prepare and negotiate final accounts with contractors and clients.
• Facilitate project closeout processes, including final financial reviews.

Quantity Take-Offs:

• Conduct accurate quantity take-offs for materials and labour.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure accurate measurements.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay informed about relevant construction regulations, standards, and industry best practices.
• Ensure that projects comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and manage risks related to costs, contracts, and project execution.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.

Value Engineering:

• Participate in value engineering exercises to optimize project costs while maintaining quality.
• Advise on cost-effective design alternatives.

Cost Reporting:

• Generate regular cost reports for project stakeholders.
• Communicate cost-related information to project teams and management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 2 – 3 years of proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry.
• Proficient in relevant software.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Good knowledge of construction costs, contracts, and procurement processes.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.

Salary
N220,000 Monthly.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send CV to: ebibralade.dugbokalejaiye@rodgeryoung.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail

Application Deadline  22nd March, 2024.