Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor On-site Al Sulaibiya Industrial 1, Al Jahra Governorate, Kuwait Agility Logistics Parks Full time Description The purpose of this role is to support with cost planning, cost management and procurement across a portfolio of projects. Production of cost estimates at concept, scheme and detailed design stage Manage the tender process, review and analyze tender returns and prepare a recommendation to the Project Manager Work on shop drawings for the project and review the details under the supervision of the PM Evaluate Subcontractor/Contractor shop drawings against the approved drawings As primary project cost controller, ensure that the project remains on budget through the design and construction phases Liaise with the separate contract admin team to ensure a robust handover of pre-contract documentation and be available to respond to future queries as needed Assess and value progress payments and change requests Monitoring allocation of costs into the construction accounting software Review and compare scopes of work, production rates, and cost data Prepare, review, and update cash-flows Estimate variation orders for Subcontractors/Contractors Review and evaluate payment certificates for Subcontractors/Contractor Evaluate and negotiate variations and change orders in liaison with the PM and Design & Construction Team Evaluate and negotiate final accounts settlements Requirements Your Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering or Equivalent Degree A minimum of 6 - 8 years’ experience with large scale projects. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of cost management. Knowledge of the standard procurement practices. Your Proficiencies Computer literate in all Microsoft applications (spec. Word & Excel), AutoCAD, Primavera, Adobe Acrobat XI Professional Experience in Quantity Surveying, Quantity Measurement, Measurable, Bill of materials type contract Current accreditation with the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, or similar equivalent, is preferred Ability to communicate effectively with clients and other project team members Excellent leadership skills* Strong verbal and written communication skills #J-18808-Ljbffr