SUMMARY OF POSITION
Managing all costs relating to civil engineering projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures and responsible for managing costs relating to civil engineering projects by minimizing the costs of the project and enhancing value for money.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Preparation of tender and contract documents, including bill of quantities
Conducting feasibility studies to estimate materials, time, and labor costs.
Undertaking cost analysis for project works in all sites
Carries out regular site supervisory visits to projects to monitor their execution.
Ensuring project planning, monitoring and evaluation
Performing risk and value management and cost control
Preparing and analyzing costing for tenders
Handling and providing advice on contractual claims
Assisting the Contracts Engineer in preparation of estimates for tenders.
Representing the company for site visits for tendering purposes (Pre tendering).
Evaluation of prices / costs of new items under variations.
Maintains record of calculations and back up for cost estimates.
Ensure adherence to all QSHE procedures, policies and instructions in all sites.
Report to Technical Manager on all Site activities and trends.
KEYKNOLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering or Higher Diploma in Building Construction.
Qualification or training in project management
Experience in road construction is a must.
In-depth experience of Quantity Surveying work, associated procedures and practices, preferably in a large public/private organization
Budget handling skills
Organizational skills; communication and negotiating skills
Clear understanding of Construction Regulations and other legal guidelines
Proficiency in CAD application
Knowledge of construction methods and materials
In-depth knowledge of Standard Method of Measurement and Codes of Procedure for Quantity Surveying Practice
Be able to provide both summarized and detailed reports on current activities.
IT Literate able to use Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
In depth knowledge of contract administration, Design and Build, Intermediate and Minor Works