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Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location

Philippines

Posted

12 days ago

Salary

$3K - $5K / month

Seniority

Senior

Professional Certificate5 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Pear Tree.

• Review architectural and construction drawings • Measure floor areas using electronic take-off software • Identify flooring types and installation requirements • Calculate material quantities • Calculate wastage allowances • Prepare Bills of Quantities • Review specifications and project documentation • Identify scope exclusions and inconsistencies • Assist in preparing tender submissions • Prepare variation pricing when required • Review subcontractor pricing where applicable • Produce accurate flooring estimates • Prepare detailed cost breakdowns • Calculate labour requirements • Calculate adhesive, accessories and floor preparation requirements • Review tender documentation • Assist in pricing commercial construction projects • Update estimate revisions as drawings change • Meet tender deadlines • Maintain estimating databases • Review and understand: • Architectural plans • Reflected ceiling plans (where relevant) • Floor finish plans • Specifications • Door schedules • Finish schedules • Tender documents • Scope of Works • Site instructions • Addenda • Report daily to the Senior Estimator • Prepare handover notes for completed work • Identify risks or unclear documentation • Communicate any assumptions made during pricing • Participate in Microsoft Teams meetings when required • Maintain clear records of completed work • Experience with some or all of the following is preferred: • Measure • Microsoft Excel (Advanced) • Microsoft Word • Microsoft Teams • Adobe Acrobat • HubSpot (desirable) • Excellent quantity surveying skills • Strong commercial estimating experience • Exceptional attention to detail • High level of mathematical ability • Ability to read architectural drawings • Strong analytical skills • Excellent written English • Strong organisational skills • Ability to prioritise workload • Ability to meet strict deadlines • Self-motivated • Reliable internet connection • Quiet home office

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years' experience as an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor
  • Commercial construction estimating experience
  • Experience measuring flooring packages (preferred)
  • Experience pricing commercial projects
  • Experience working remotely
  • Strong understanding of construction terminology
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Preferred ExperienceExperience within one or more of the following sectors is highly desirable:
  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Commercial offices
  • Hospitality
  • Retirement villages
  • Multi-unit residential
  • Government projects

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