QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Main Duties & Responsibilities

· Preparation of Bills of Quantities for various projects.

· Preparing and pricing of tender documents.

· Preparation of contract documentation.

· Preparation of contract documents for subcontract works.

· Preparation of material schedules and assisting in material Procurement.

· Cross checking materials being ordered with the quantities in the approved bills of quantities.

· Site measurements and re-measurements.

· Project cost control and cost reporting.

· Preparation of financial appraisals.

· Preparation of interim valuations for the ongoing projects.

· Preparation of final accounts.

· Attendance of site meetings and site inspections.

· Monitoring and reporting progress of various sites to the MD.

· Contract claims Management and dispute settlement.

· Any other duties that may be assigned by the Directors.

Minimum Qualification.

· Degree in Building Economics, Quantity Surveying or its equivalent.

· Ability to read and interpret drawings and make reports.

· Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a QS in the construction industry especially in interior fit out works.

· Professional membership with the relevant Professional bodies like BORAQS, AAK will be an added advantage.

· Fluent in English and Kiswahili.

Competencies

· Strong attention to detail.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Strong work ethic.

· Expected to keep abreast with what is happening in the construction industry.

· Problem analysis and problem solving.

· High level of computer literacy.

· Strong team player, works well in a collaborative environment.

· Results oriented, with proven success in exceeding targets, process oriented.

· Expected to be tolerant and have ability to cope with people of differing opinions and personalities.

· Ready to work long hours and to travel extensively.

Remuneration package.

· This will be negotiated during the interview. Applicants to state their current and expected salaries.

· Monthly airtime allowance under the Company’s prevailing terms.

· Medical cover for staff and 5 dependants under the prevailing terms.

· Transport and accommodation while on duty outside Nairobi will be provided.