Assistant Manager - Cost Control and Quantity Surveying

To ensure accurate verification of work completed across multiple contractors and work packages for the Novacare Hospital project in Islamabad. The role involves validating contractor submissions for payment against contract milestones, ensuring cost efficiency, and maintaining compliance with the project’s financial and quality standards.

1. Verification of Work Done:

• Conduct on-site inspections to verify the completion and quality of work as per agreed timelines and contract terms.

• Cross-check contractor claims against actual progress and approved Bill of Quantities (BOQ).

• Validate contractor invoices for milestone payments in coordination with the project team.

1. Cost Control and Budget Management:

• Monitor project costs and ensure alignment with approved budgets for each work package.

• Identify and report cost deviations, recommending appropriate corrective measures.

• Ensure contractor submissions adhere to project budget and payment schedules.

1. Quantity Surveying:

• Review and verify measurements, quantities, and rates claimed by contractors.

• Assist in preparing and maintaining BOQs for different work packages.

• Conduct post-verification assessments to ensure compliance with financial and quality standards.

1. Contractor and Stakeholder Coordination:

• Liaise with contractors and project teams to resolve discrepancies in work progress or payment claims.

• Provide technical input to ensure contractor submissions are accurate and justified.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain transparency in financial and contractual matters.

1. Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare detailed reports on work progress, verified quantities, and payment recommendations for management review.

• Maintain updated records of verified claims, payment milestones, and contract compliance.

• Generate periodic cost control and quantity surveying reports for senior management.

1. Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure adherence to Novacare’s internal policies, project guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

• Identify potential risks in contractor claims or project cost deviations and propose mitigations.

Other:

Any other task assigned by the Management.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from a recognized university or
• Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) in Civil Technology with relevant experience.
• Registration with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) for Engineers is preferred.

Experience:

• 8–10 years of relevant experience in Quantity Surveying and Cost Control.
• Minimum 5 years of experience on hospital or healthcare construction projects.
• Experience in high-rise or complex building projects involving multiple contractors and work packages.
• Hands-on experience in contract administration, interim payment certifications, variation management, and final account settlement.