Kajima Overseas Asia (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. Hiring! Full Time Quantity Surveying Manager in - Ricebowl

Job Role

The Quantity Surveying Manager leads the Quantity Surveying function and is responsible for the overall commercial management of construction projects from tender stage through project completion. He/She develops commercial strategies, establishes cost management frameworks, oversees procurement activities, contract administration, and project profitability across multiple projects.

He/She manages and develops the Quantity Surveying team, ensuring consistency in commercial practices, compliance with contractual obligations, and achievement of business objectives. He/She provides strategic commercial advice to senior management and project teams while leading negotiations with clients, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors.

He/She drives continuous improvement in commercial processes, identifies business opportunities, manages commercial risks, and ensures the successful financial delivery of projects.

He/She demonstrates excellent leadership, commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and strategic thinking while fostering a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Commercial and Tender Management

• Develop commercial strategies for tenders and projects.
• Review and approve tender submissions before submission.
• Lead procurement planning and subcontract award strategies.
• Oversee tender evaluations, commercial negotiations, and contract awards.
• Approve Bills of Quantities, cost estimates, and tender documentation.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and company requirements.

Lead Cost Planning and Financial Control

• Establish project cost management strategies and budgets.
• Monitor financial performance across multiple projects.
• Review project cash flow forecasts and profitability reports.
• Review engineering proposals and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Identify commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Report commercial performance to senior management.

Manage Contracts and Commercial Risks

• Oversee contract administration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead negotiations on contractual claims, variation orders, and dispute resolution.
• Approve interim payment certifications and final accounts.
• Manage commercial correspondence with clients and consultants.
• Ensure contractual compliance and governance across projects.
• Provide strategic advice on contractual and commercial matters.

Lead Team and Business Performance

• Manage, mentor, and develop the Quantity Surveying team.
• Allocate manpower and monitor team performance.
• Establish best practices, standard operating procedures, and commercial processes.
• Support business development by providing commercial input for new opportunities.
• Develop key client relationships and maintain stakeholder engagement.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Quantity Surveying function.
• Support senior management in achieving company financial and operational objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10–12 years of relevant quantity surveying experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of commercial management, cost control, procurement strategies, contract administration, and dispute resolution.
• Proven experience in leading quantity surveying teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quantity surveying software (e.g. CostX, Glodon, Cubicost, or equivalent).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to drive project profitability and business performance.