Civil Quantity Surveyor

Department: Civil Projects
Designation: Civil Quantity Surveyor

Job Purpose

To prepare accurate quantity estimations, BOQs, cost calculations, and material requirements for civil construction projects. Ensure proper measurement, cost control, and coordination with the project, site, and procurement teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quantity Estimation

• Calculate quantities of materials required for civil construction works.
• Prepare detailed quantity estimates based on drawings and project specifications.
• Calculate quantities for concrete, steel, brickwork, plastering, flooring, painting, and other civil works.
• Verify quantities from drawings and site measurements.

2. BOQ Preparation

• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for projects.
• Prepare quantity sheets and cost estimates using AutoCAD and Excel.
• Review drawings and identify changes in quantities.
• Revise BOQs and estimates based on updated drawings and site requirements.

3. Cost Estimation and Control

• Calculate material, labour, and work-related costs.
• Collect and compare supplier and contractor quotations.
• Monitor estimated costs against actual project expenses.
• Identify variations and report additional costs to the Project Manager.

4. Site Coordination

• Coordinate with Site Engineers and Project Managers to verify measurements and quantities.
• Check actual site requirements against estimated quantities.
• Assist in preparing material requirement statements for procurement.
• Verify completed work quantities for contractor bills and project records.

5. Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain BOQs, estimation sheets, rate analysis, and quantity records.
• Prepare material consumption and cost comparison reports.
• Maintain records of extra items, variations, and revised estimates.
• Submit estimation reports within the required deadlines.

6. Coordination with Other Departments

• Coordinate with the procurement team for material rates and availability.
• Work with the accounts team for bill verification and cost records.
• Communicate with the project and site teams regarding quantity discrepancies and additional requirements.

Required Skills

• Good knowledge of civil construction materials and methods.