Project Engineer - Qunatity Surveyor

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Civil Engineer working in Quantity Surveying (QS) is mainly responsible forcost estimation, quantity measurement, contract management, and cost control of construction projects. Below is a typicalJob Description (JD) used in construction or infrastructure companies.

1. Quantity Take-Off & Measurement

• Preparequantity take-offs from drawings (BOQ preparation).
• Measure quantities ofearthwork, concrete, steel, masonry, finishing works, etc.
• Verify quantities withtender drawings and IFC drawings.
• Maintain measurement sheets and records.

2. Cost Estimation & Budgeting

• Preparecost estimates and project budgets.
• Analyzematerial, labour, and equipment costs.
• Assist intender preparation and bid evaluation.
• Compare estimated cost with actual project cost.

3. BOQ & Tendering

• PrepareBill of Quantities (BOQ).
• Review contractor quotations.
• Assist intender documentation and contract preparation.

4. Billing & Payment Certification

• Prepare and verifyRA bills (Running Account Bills).
• Checkcontractor and subcontractor bills.
• Prepareclient billing and payment certificates.
• Trackproject cash flow.

5. Contract Administration

• Studycontract agreements and technical specifications.
• Handlevariations, extra items, and change orders.
• Maintain records forclaims and disputes.

6. Cost Control & Monitoring

• Monitorproject expenditure vs budget.
• Identifycost saving opportunities.
• Preparecost reports and forecasts.

7. Coordination

• Coordinate withsite engineers, planning team, procurement team, and contractors.
• Ensure quantities matchsite execution and drawings.

8. Documentation & Reporting

• MaintainBOQ records, quantity sheets, rate analysis, and cost reports.
• Preparemonthly progress and cost reports.

Skills Required

• Knowledge ofBOQ preparation and rate analysis
• Understanding ofconstruction drawings
• Proficiency inExcel, AutoCAD, and QS software
• Knowledge ofcontracts (FIDIC or similar)
• Goodanalytical and negotiation skills