We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quantity Surveyor (QS) to manage cost planning, procurement, and financial control of construction projects. The ideal candidate should have experience in large-scale residential complexes and/or warehouses.
Key Responsibilities
1. Cost Estimation & Budgeting
- Prepare preliminary cost estimates, feasibility studies, and detailed budgets on all design stages.
- Develop Bills of Quantities (BoQ) and tender documents.
- Advise on cost-efficient materials and construction methods.
- Effective budget tracking to ensure projects stay within financial constraints
2. Procurement & Tendering
- Assist in contractor/subcontractor selection and bid evaluations.
- Preparing, negotiating and analysing costs for tenders and contracts.
- Recommend procurement strategies (traditional, design & build, etc.).
3. Financial Control & Reporting
- Monitor project expenditures and forecast final costs.
- Valuing completed work and certifying payments.
- Conduct interim valuations and progress payment certifications.
- Manage variations, change orders, and cost reconciliation
4. Contract Administration
- Administer contracts (FIDIC) and ensure compliance.
- Handle claims, disputes, and extension-of-time requests.
- Liaise with legal teams on contractual matters.
5. Contract Administration
- Administer contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC, FIDIC) and ensure compliance.
- Handle claims, disputes, and extension-of-time requests.
- Liaise with legal teams on contractual matters.
6. Risk & Value Management
- Identify financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Implement value engineering to optimize costs without compromising quality.
- Advise on lifecycle costing and sustainability initiatives.
7. Post-Construction Duties
- Finalize accounts, including variations and retention releases.
- Resolve disputes and close out financial matters.
- Provide post-project cost analysis and lessons learned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Building Economics, or a related field from a recognized institution; Master’s degree preferred.
- Registered with the Board of Registered Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya (BORAQS) or equivalent regulatory body.
- Professional membership with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS, UK) is desirable.
- Membership with the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) is considered a strong advantage
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on site-based supervision experience in large-scale residential complexes and/or industrial warehouses.
- Proven expertise in FIDIC Conditions of Contract.
- Solid understanding of the Kenyan market, particularly regarding large-scale residential complexes and/or warehouse suppliers and contractors.
- Exceptional site reporting & documentation skills, with a focus on progress tracking, risk assessment, and corrective action implementation.
- Technical proficiency in cost estimation, contract administration, and dispute resolution (arbitration experience a plus).
- Strong analytical & problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOQs, and construction methodologies.