Lead Quantity Surveyor
Functional roles and responsibilities
Assessment of the tender BOQ (Bill of Quantities) vs the IFC (Issued For Construction) information received to update the BOQ accordingly.
Float enquiries for obtaining final offers from supply chain and adjudicate updated quotations received.
Prepare sub-contract orders and purchase orders; including drawings, programme and BOQs.
Detect variations and changes to the contract in liaison with the project team.
Prepare, negotiate and conclude variations and claims with sub contractors and clients.
Prepare monthly project valuation and ensure timely submittal to the employer.
Procure all necessary insurances and bonds for the project.
Review and issue monthly payment certificates to subcontractors based upon the progress of works at site.
General contract administration including the drafting of contractual notices, such as notice of delay, variations and claims.
Identify, collate, review, and submit variations to the employer.
Preparation of claims for extensions of time in the event of project delays including maintaining sufficient contemporary records.
Undertake monthly cost reporting in collaboration with the project manager inclusive of all necessary budget forecasts.
Prepare and conclude the subcontract and employer final accounts upon project completion.
Conclude all commercial matters that may arise during the defects liability period (DLP); including defects rectification, return of bonds and final retention releases.
Ability to assist in the estimation of potential projects in the event the estimation department is at full capacity.
People management roles and responsibilities
Guide and motivate subordinates to enhance performance and produce quality work, and ensure that they are continuously developed for higher level roles.
Education, certification and continued education
Graduate in construction discipline or equivalent.
Years of experience
7 to 10 years relevant experience with a minimum of 7 years experience in post contract quantity surveying.
Knowledge and skills
Local market knowledge would be an advantage.