Quantity Surveyor 2

Overall Purpose of Position

The role of Quantity Surveyor 2 will optimise project expenditure by adding value to the civil and construction process by proactive involvement in cost management and reporting with the highest ethical standards. Also known as cost consultants, quantity surveyors ensure projects remain within budget whilst providing cost and material estimates, draw up projected budgets, and work alongside a team. The quantity surveyor will be tasked with analysing budgets and making improvements, and preparing quantity estimates.

Main Accountabilities & Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be expected to:

· Support field measurement and layout.

· Develop and inspect project contracts that require quantity surveying.

· Prepare and maintain schedule of quantities, reports to describe, certify and assume liability for work performed.

· Review and taking off quantities from drawings (to quantify all features of drawings). Assist in evaluation of quotations from third parties and advise on their validity according to present market prices.

· Draft schedule of quantities and specifications for procurement purposes.

· Carry out regular inspections and necessary measurements on-site, before, during and after the commencement of projects.

· Keep track of cost during implementation of the project, while advising the Project Manager when this is envisaged to be exceeded.

· Notify the Project Manager with variances from the estimated works and documenting these accordingly.

· Prepare bills of quantities for payment including extras and variations from measurements taken on site or as the nature of the work dictates.

· Liaise with superior regarding all matters relevant to quantity surveying.

· To assist and liaise with other sections in the WSC for the provision of quantity surveying services. Establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

· Carry out other related duties that may be assigned on occasions by the Superior / Section Head.

· To undergo any training programmes that the Corporation deems necessary for the optimum performance in the grade including the study of market prices within the field.

· Participate in and contribute to cross-functional teams as required, consult with relevant departments, as necessary, and provide training as may be required.

· Co-ordinate with the Quality Unit in obtaining and maintaining certifications and accreditations of the Corporation and participate in internal and external audits, and peer reviews.

· Carry out effectively any other duties and responsibilities and undertake other assignments as reasonably directed by the Management.

Working Conditions

i. Expected to be in, and maintain, a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service;

ii. Expected to work flexible hours to meet accountabilities and attend to work after office hours, as may be required;

iii. Abide by rules and regulations issued by WSC;

iv. Consult with other sections as may be required;

v. Expected to maintain oneself abreast with best practices relevant to the post and attend any training which may be provided;

vi. The nature of this position requires the employee to be physically present during working hours as per operational requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

By the closing time and date of this call for applications, applicants must:

i. Be in possession of a recognized MQF Level 4 in Quantity Surveying together with one

(1) year experience in Scale 12 or higher OR;

ii. Be in possession of MQF Level 3 Quantity Surveying and three (3) years’ experience

related to the job description in the Corporation in Scale 12 or higher OR;

iii. Five (5) years experience related to the job description in the Corporation in Scale 12 or higher.

iv. Experience in reading and understanding drawings and maps.

v. Ability to work with deadlines and under pressure.

vi. Be able to understand and make use of survey instruments and carry out routine checks.

vii. Understand and interpret Engineering / Construction.

viii. The ability to use ICT in Quantity Surveying.

ix. Be in possession of driving license category B.

x. Be in possession of a clean police conduct, not older than six months from the date of application

xi. The ideal candidate must be able to perform each essential duty of the position and have good communication and mathematical skills.

Interpersonal Skills

· Work under limited supervision, both individually and within a team;

· Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality;

· Problem solving skills, able to multitask and meet challenging deadlines;

· Highly organized and flexible;

· Able to maintain a professional approach at all times.

The appointment is subject to a trial/probationary period of six (6) months during which time Appointees (i) will retain their substantive appointments, and (ii) need invariably undergo and pass through a specialized certification course to be organized by the Corporation as per exigencies. Failure to get certified as herein mentioned will automatically render the incumbent as having failed the trial/probationary and they shall return to their substantive grade upon notice issued by the Corporation to that effect.