Quantity Surveyor Job Opportunity

A leading construction company with major infrastructure projects in the broader Eastern African Region seeks to fill the position of a:

Quantity Surveyor

Preparation of estimates using computer software for tendering purposes, and preparing quotations for new items under variations.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Assisting the Contracts Engineer in preparation of estimates for tenders.

Representing the company for site visits for tendering purpose (Pre tendering).
Evaluation of quotations prior to tenders.
Evaluation of prices / costs of new items under variations.
Maintains record of calculations and back up for cost estimates.
Ensures maintenance of Pre-tender files, Pre-qualification, tender and Contract Documents in the Archives.
Adhere to all QSHE procedures, policies and instructions.
Attends to all other work related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Educational Requirements:

Degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying or Higher Diploma in Building Construction.

Professional Training/ Qualifications:

Construction estimating, measuring and monitoring.

Skill Requirement:

Analytical, Good Communication, and Teamwork Skills
Approximation skills

Relevant Work Experience:

7 years, at least 3 years experience on similar position.

If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application with a detailed C.V stating the position you are applying for, your experience, present employer, present position, current remuneration, list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :- jobs@truenorthcareermap.com on or before Wednesday, November 9th, 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged