Quantity Surveyor

Please only apply for this role if you meet all the listed qualifications.

Applicants who do not meet the requirements will not be considered, and applying without the necessary qualifications only results in a waste of time for both you and our team.

Job Title: Quantity SurveyorLocation: Westlands, NairobiType: Full-time / Hybrid Between office and FieldJob Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented 
Quantity Surveyor
 with a minimum of 
five (5) years' post-qualification experience
 and valid 
Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya

(BORAQS)
professional registration
. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in cost estimation, project financial planning, and contract administration for a range of construction and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare 
  cost estimates
  , 
  budgets
  , and 
  feasibility studies
   for proposed projects.
• Manage 
  pre- and post-contract quantity surveying duties
  , including bills of quantities, tender documentation, and cost control.
• Conduct 
  cost analysis
   and 
  value engineering
   to ensure project cost-effectiveness.
• Evaluate and manage 
  contractor claims
  , 
  variations
  , and 
  payment certificates
  .
• Provide advice on 
  procurement strategies
   and 
  contractual matters
  .
• Liaise with architects, engineers, contractors, and project managers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor 
  project expenditures
  , ensuring alignment with budgets and schedules.
• Compile detailed 
  final accounts
   and project completion reports.
• Ensure adherence to 
  building regulations
  , legal standards, and company policies.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in 
  Quantity Surveying
  , 
  Construction Economics
  , or a related field.
• Registered with a recognized professional body (e.g., IQSK, QSRB, RICS).
• Minimum of 5 years' proven experience
   in quantity surveying, preferably on medium to large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of construction law, tendering procedures, and standard forms of contract (FIDIC, JBC, etc.).
• Proficiency in 
  QS software tools
   (e.g., CostX, WinQS, MS Excel).
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects under pressure.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in infrastructure, commercial, and institutional projects.
• Knowledge of sustainable building practices and cost implications.
• A proactive approach to risk management and mitigation strategies.