Quantity Surveyor

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor (QS Engineer) specializing in civil construction with over five years of experience to join our team for a commercial hotel construction project located in Vijayawada/Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. This full-time, on-site role is critical to managing quantities, costs, and billing for the project at the Daspalla site.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BOQs), quantity take-offs, and detailed estimates for both civil and finishing works.
• Accurately calculate quantities using architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
• Perform consistent site measurements and maintain thorough records of measurements.
• Draft and verify contractor and subcontractor bills based on actual site measurements and review supporting documentation.
• Create and submit client billing and running account (RA) bills in a timely manner.
• Conduct rate analysis for a variety of civil, structural, and finishing construction items.
• Track project quantities against BOQ and detect any deviations or variations.
• Maintain records of variations, extra items, and deviation statements.
• Assist in cost control by tracking project expenses related to quantities.
• Reconcile quantities of principal materials such as cement, steel, and concrete to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with project management, site engineers, planning, purchasing, accounts, and subcontractors.
• Review drawings and specifications for quantity and cost implications prior to execution.
• Organize and maintain comprehensive documentation related to measurements, bills, quotations, and orders.
• Support preparing project cost forecasts and progress reports reflecting quantities and billing.
• Facilitate commercial negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers as needed.
• Ensure accuracy and timely submission of all billing and measurement records within project deadlines.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor or QS Engineer within civil or building construction sectors.
• Diploma, Bachelor of Engineering, or Bachelor of Technology degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Proficient knowledge of BOQ preparation, quantity take-offs, measurement methods, and billing procedures.
• Comprehensive understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience managing subcontractor and client billing processes.
• Skilled in rate analysis and cost estimation techniques.
• Familiarity with handling variation orders, extra item management, and quantity/material reconciliation.
• Working knowledge of Excel and software solutions pertinent to quantity surveying and billing.
• Capability to independently manage QS operations at the project site.
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and team coordination skills.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Background in projects related to hotels and hospitality sectors.
• Experience with commercial building projects.
• Exposure to high-rise building construction.
• Involvement in residential and commercial complexes.
• Participation in large-scale civil construction activities.