Role Summary
The Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor isresponsible for managing all commercial and cost-related aspects of projectsfrom tender through final account. The role includes contract administration,procurement support, subcontract management, cost control, variationmanagement, claims preparation, forecasting, and commercial reporting to ensureprojects are delivered within budget while protecting the company's contractualand commercial interests.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Management
Manage the commercial administration of assigned projects.
Monitor project costs against approved budgets.
Prepare monthly cost reports, cost forecasts, and cash flow forecasts.
Identify commercial risks and recommend mitigation measures.
Ensure commercial compliance with company procedures.
Contract Administration
Administer contracts in accordance with contractual obligations.
Review contract documents and identify commercial risks.
Prepare contractual correspondence, notices, and commercial submissions.
Maintain proper records for contractual matters.
Support dispute avoidance and resolution activities.
Cost Control
Monitor project expenditures and commitments.
Review and certify subcontractor payment applications.
Prepare client payment claims and invoices.
Analyze cost variances and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain accurate cost reports throughout the project lifecycle.
Procurement & Subcontract Management
Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ), enquiries, and tender documents.
Evaluate quotations and prepare commercial bid comparisons.
Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.
Prepare Letters of Award and subcontract agreements.
Manage subcontractor variations and final accounts.
Variations & Claims
Identify variation opportunities.
Prepare and negotiate variation quotations.
Assess client and subcontractor variation submissions.
Prepare Extension of Time (EOT) cost assessments where applicable.
Support preparation of contractual claims for additional costs.
Final Account
Prepare and negotiate final accounts with clients.
Finalize subcontractor accounts.
Close commercial matters in a timely manner.
Ensure recovery of all contractual entitlements.
Reporting
Prepare regular reports including:
Project Cost Report
Cost-to-Complete Forecast
Cash Flow Forecast
Variation Register
Procurement Status
Commitment Report
Commercial Risk Register
Final Account Status
Stakeholder Management
Liaise with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, finance, and planning.
Attend commercial and project meetings.
Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
Provide commercial advice to project teams.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience
Minimum 5–8 years of quantity surveying or commercial experience in construction, EPC, or engineering projects.
Experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, industrial, cleanroom, oil & gas, or data center projects is preferred.
Proven experience in managing subcontractors and project commercial administration.
Experience with lump sum, remeasurement, and cost-reimbursable contracts.
Technical Knowledge
Good understanding of:
Cost estimation and budgeting
Contract administration
Procurement processes
Variation management
Claims management
Final account settlement
Cost reporting
Cash flow forecasting
Commercial risk management
Knowledge of standard forms of contract such as FIDIC, NEC,PSSCOC, SIA, JCT, or equivalent is advantageous.
Skills
Strong commercial and contractual awareness.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
High attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) is an advantage.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Accuracy of project cost forecasts.
Timely submission of payment claims.
Timely recovery of variation orders.
Achievement of project gross margin targets.
Successful settlement of final accounts.
Reduction of commercial risks.
Timely procurement and subcontract awards.
Accuracy of commercial reporting.
Client and stakeholder satisfaction.
Compliance with contractual and company procedures.
Preferred Attributes
Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
Commercially astute with a proactive mindset.
Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
High level of integrity and professionalism.
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
KELINGTON ENGINEERING (S) PTE. LTD. a fast growing Singapore-based Engineering company, is part of a multinational group.
We provide engineering services for the design, procurement, construction, testing and commisioning of process (gas, chemical, DI and Waste Water) and non-process (exhaust, scrubber, drain, PCW, etc) distribution systems under the Ultra High Purity (UHP) environment, and other mechanical and engineering services in electronics, industrial, healthcare, photovoltaic, food and pharmaceutical industries.
Our products and services comprise of System Design and Installation, Supply of Delivery Equipment, Control and Instrumentation, QA and QC services, and Maintenance and Servicing.