We are a leading construction company in Kenya with operations
spanning the East Africa region. In line with growing business needs, the
following Quantity Surveyor job has arisen;
Quantity Surveyor
Responsibilities
* Preparation of budget/preliminary cost estimate from preliminary drawings with view of establishing cost limit.
* Cost check during detailed design to ensure budget conforms to design.
* Taking measurements on site and from detailed drawings and preparing bills of
quantities.Quantity Surveyor
Responsibilities
* Preparation of budget/preliminary cost estimate from preliminary drawings with view of establishing cost limit.
* Cost check during detailed design to ensure budget conforms to design.
* Pricing bills of quantities.
* Cost control during implementation by costing change orders (variations) and advising on financial implications.
* Preparation of periodic/interim valuations of work done for issuance of certificate of payment by the Resident Engineer.
* Advising on the cost implications of design alternatives if considered
* Participating in tender action for the project.
* Preparation of tender analysis and evaluation reports for the project.
* Preparation of cash-flow projections (on the basis of the chosen tender and its construction program) to advice on the firm pattern of financial commitment throughout the project.
* Re-measure all provisional works as they are executed.
Requirements
* Degree in Building Economics.
* Proven record of at least 6 years of which 2 years should be specific to roads in a reputable organisation.
* Experience in Zanzibar/Tanzania road projects preferred.
* Flexibility to varying working hours.
* A mature individual with high level of discretion and unquestionable integrity.
* This position is to be filled immediately.
Interested candidates should submit their application and detailed CV on or before 9th March 2012 to willemgons@gmail.com
Clearly indicating QS 03/12 on the email subject.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
