MEP - Quantity Surveyor (Pre-contracts) at Hill International, Inc.

Indi, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quantity Surveying, Cost Planning, Estimation, Tendering, MEP Works, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Presentation Skills, AutoCAD, CostX, MS Excel, MS Word, Measurement, Quantification, Value Engineering, Market Quotations

Industry

Construction

Description

General Description of Role and Responsibilities: Role Summary The Quantity Surveyor (Pre-Contract) supports the commercial management of MEP works for building projects across multiple sectors. Primarily responsible for preparing accurate quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities, and cost plans at various design stages, while supporting tendering, value engineering, and cost estimation activities. The position also assists in selected post-contract commercial tasks, ensuring cost accuracy, compliance with applicable standards, and effective coordination with project stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: 1. Measurement & Quantification Undertake quantity take-offs for Electrical, Fire Fighting, Plumbing, and HVAC work using applicable standards. Use software tools (e.g., CostX, AutoCAD) for quantity take-off, summarize quantities, and transfer data into BOQs or cost plans, including carrying out bulk checks. Draft or validate Bills of Quantities, including carrying out bulk checks. 2. Cost Planning & Estimation Prepare cost plans at different design stages, including Concept, Schematic, and Design Development. Analyse and adjust unit rates, price BOQ items, collect market quotations, and assist in the preparation of tender estimates. Support value engineering exercises and cost plan reporting. 3. Tendering & Procurement Support Have a basic understanding of the tendering process and tender documentation. Assist in tender estimate preparation and evaluation support. 4. Post-Contract Commercial Support Support post-contract activities by understanding key contract terms and the post-contract work process flow. Assist in the preparation of payment recommendation reports. 5. Technical Knowledge (MEP Works) Having basic knowledge of key building components and construction methods in construction related to MEP works. Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills: Diploma or Bachelor's Technology in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing. Minimum 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in pre-contract quantity surveying, cost planning, or estimation for MEP works on building projects such as Residential, Commercial, Hotel, Hospital, Fit-out, and Industrial/Warehouse developments. Excellent in CAD, Cost-X (qty take off tools), and other quantification/estimation software. Excellent skills in MS Excel and Word, and the ability to learn and adapt to customized software. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Excellent Interpersonal and presentation Skills.

Responsibilities

The Quantity Surveyor (Pre-Contract) is responsible for preparing quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities, and cost plans for MEP works in building projects. The role also involves supporting tendering, value engineering, and post-contract commercial tasks.