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Quantity Surveyor

Tatu CityTatu City, Kiambu County, KE

30+ days ago

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Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quantity Surveyor (QS) to manage cost planning, procurement, and financial control of construction projects. The ideal candidate should have experience in large-scale residential complexes and / or warehouses.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Estimation & Budgeting

Prepare preliminary cost estimates, feasibility studies, and detailed budgets on all design stages.
Develop Bills of Quantities (BoQ) and tender documents.
Advise on cost-efficient materials and construction methods.
Effective budget tracking to ensure projects stay within financial constraints.

Procurement & Tendering

Assist in contractor / subcontractor selection and bid evaluations.

Preparing, negotiating and analyzing costs for tenders and contracts.

Recommend procurement strategies (traditional, design & build, etc.).

Financial Control & Reporting

Monitor project expenditures and forecast final costs.

Valuing completed work and certifying payments.

Conduct interim valuations and progress payment certifications.

Manage variations, change orders, and cost reconciliation.

Contract Administration

Administer contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC, FIDIC) and ensure compliance.

Handle claims, disputes, and extension-of-time requests.

Liaise with legal teams on contractual matters.

Risk & Value Management

Identify financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Implement value engineering to optimize costs without compromising quality.

Advise on lifecycle costing and sustainability initiatives.

Post-Construction Duties

Finalize accounts, including variations and retention releases.

Resolve disputes and close out financial matters.

Provide post-project cost analysis and lessons learned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Building Economics, or a related field from a recognized institution; master’s degree preferred.

Registered with the Board of Registered Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya (BORAQS) or equivalent regulatory body.

Professional membership with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS, UK) is desirable.

Minimum 5 years of hands-on site-based supervision experience in large-scale residential complexes and / or industrial warehouses.

Proven expertise in FIDIC Conditions of Contract.

Solid understanding of the Kenyan market, particularly regarding large-scale residential complexes and / or warehouse suppliers and contractors.

Exceptional site reporting & documentation skills, with a focus on progress tracking, risk assessment, and corrective action implementation.

Technical proficiency in cost estimation, contract administration, and dispute resolution (arbitration experience a plus).

Strong analytical & problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOQs, and construction methodologies.

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