About this role
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Elizabeth Maddeux Limited was established to address the human resource challenges faced by small and medium-scale enterprises. Our goal is to facilitate organizational growth by providing comprehensive human resource services. We specialize in industries such as banking and non-banking financial institutions, pharmaceuticals, fast-moving consumer goods, man...
Senior Quantity Surveyor
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 10 years
- Location Lagos
- City Ikeja
- Job Field Construction and Site Engineering
- Salary Range ₦750,000 - ₦1,000,000/month
Job Description
- The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for monitoring ongoing construction projects to ensure they are executed within budget, schedule, and quality standards.
- The role involves managing costs, contracts, procurement, and financial documentation while supporting project stakeholders in achieving optimal value for money.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documents.
- Submit tenders and participate in bidding and negotiation forums.
- Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive terms.
- Manage project budgets, including cost forecasting and monitoring.
- Maintain accurate financial records and documentation for all project-related transactions.
- Provide expert advice on procurement, risk management, and cost-efficiency.
- Identify and resolve gaps between BOQ and project drawings, specifications, and contract conditions.
- Coordinate with design teams to analyze architectural and MEP drawings.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying.
- Professional certification or membership in quantity surveying or construction bodies.
- Experience across residential and commercial projects.
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Proficiency with quantity takeoff tools, BIM, and surveying software.
Core Competencies:
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Advanced understanding of construction practices, codes, and regulatory standards.
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Knowledge of National Building Code (NBC), ANSI/ASHRAE, and LEED standards.
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Familiarity with general contracting, design-build, and value-based projects.
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Proficiency in interpreting AutoCAD drawings and validating quantities.
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Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial skills.
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Excellent multitasking, planning, and prioritization abilities.
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Expertise in contract law and construction contract administration.
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