• Application Deadline: Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Cost Engineer/ Quantity Surveryor


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Engineering / Technical 
  

Role Overview

• Are you an ambitious and detail-oriented Cost Engineer or Quantity Surveyor with a passion for delivering accurate cost estimates and managing budgets for engineering projects? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Cost Engineer/Quantity Surveyor at Hexagon Engineering Limited.

Key Responsibilities:

• As a Cost Engineer/Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role in bridging our organization and our valued clients.


• You will focus on managing project costs, providing expert cost estimates, and offering tailored financial solutions that align with the specific needs of our clients.


• Your ability to build strong client relationships and ensure accurate cost control will be key to your success in this role.


• Preparation of cost estimates, bills of quantities and tender documents.


• Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain the best prices and terms.


• Managing project budgets, including forecasting and monitoring costs.


• Maintaining accurate records and documentation of all project-related costs and financial transactions.


• Provide expert advice on procurement, risk management and cost-saving measures.


• Understanding the client requirements and quantities take off as per marking and RCP drawings.


• Preparing BOQ (bill of quantities) by studying specification sheets from the sales team.


• Identifying gaps between BOQ and drawings, specifications and conditions of the contract and taking it for a logical closure.


• Monitor and control costs throughout the project, identifying cost-saving opportunities.


• Participation in the pre-tendering activities with client, architect and project managers and raising relevant pre-bid queries from the given tender.


• Preparing the initial quote and contract for the sales team from the company’s side.


• Coordination with the design team for analysing architectural and service drawings.


• Manage the valuation of work done and handle claims and variations.


• Preparing interim and final valuations, variations and claims of the construction site.


• Conduct feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.


• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimise project outcomes and achieve value for money.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, construction management or a related field.


• 5+ years of experience in quantity surveying or cost consulting, preferably in the construction industry.


• Sound knowledge of construction industry practices, regulations and standards.


• Proficiency in cost estimation and cost management techniques.


• Knowledge of service guidelines, such as the National Building Code (NBC), ANSI/ASHRAE for HVAC, and LEED for green buildings.


• Familiarity with contract administration and legal aspects of construction projects.


• Understanding general contracting, design-build, package contracting, value-based project and loading margins and lumpsum in commercial fitout, residential, hotel or retail projects.


• Experience working with AutoCAD and validating quantities from the given drawings.


• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with extraordinary negotiation abilities.


• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for quantity surveying.


• Professional membership or certification in quantity surveying or construction management.


• Experience working on various construction projects, including residential and commercial sites.


• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and environmental standards.


• Experience with building information modelling (BIM) and quantity take-off software.


• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.


• Strong project management skills and ability to work under pressure.