- Setting up and leading estimation department
- Prepares RFQ for estimation purpose on studying and pre-construction phase,
- Prepare and forecast cash flow at estimation and contractual phase with Client.
- Working closely with Project Director to set up suitable work breakdown structure, initial procurement plan and procurement matrix for estimation purpose.
- Reviews work specifications, take-off quantity, costing and liaise with contractors and suppliers during studying phase.
- Arrange proper transfer of budget from studying phase to procurement and construction phase.
- Understands the contractual terms and works to ensure that other stakeholders such as Project Team Members, Accounts and Finance understands and complies with the terms
- Assists Project Director with all daily commercial/contract operations at studying phases including coverage of duties in his absence
- Provides effective support to Project Team and establish good working relationship with Project Managers, Clients, contractors, and suppliers
- Assists in resolving contractual and commercial issues with clients
- Co-ordinates with procurement manager to ensure expenses within budget
- Working closely with Procurement Manager to maintain qualified vendor list.
- Liaise with Procurement manager to capture lesson learnt from procurement phase to improve estimation process.
- Negotiates with vendors for cost reduction and optimization of their offer during studying phase.
- Assists to coach and train junior Quantity Surveyors.
- Degree in Quantity Surveying/Building Sciences/Engineer.
- Overall understanding of industrial engineering, estimation, procurement, and construction.
- Good knowledge of Standard Forms of Contrat.
- Deep experience in MEP.
- Fluent English in both writing & speaking.
- French speaking is a plus.
* Years of Experience:
- Minimum 10-year professional working experience in quantity surveying.
- 3-5 year-experience as managerial positions in construction company.
* Behavioral skills:
- Clear and structured communication.
- Good internal and external networking.
- Focus and detailed oriented.
- Excellent numerical skills.
- Good negotiation skills.
- Excellent teamwork skills.
- Highly analytical.
- Planning and organization skills.
- Time management skill.