Deputy Manager - QS (Highways)

Quantity Surveyor / Billing Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

1. Quantity Estimation & Measurement

• Prepare, review, and verify quantity estimates for civil works such as earthwork, structures, pavement, and drainage.
  
• Conduct site measurements, verify joint measurements, and reconcile executed quantities.
  
• Prepare and certify RA (Running Account) bills with proper documentation and approvals.
  

2. BOQ & Cost Management

• Review project drawings and tender documents to prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ).
  
• Monitor project cost, track budget utilization, and identify potential cost variations.
  
• Implement corrective actions for cost optimization and budget adherence.
  

3. Billing & Documentation

• Prepare client and subcontractor bills as per contractual terms and project progress.
  
• Ensure timely submission, certification, and approval of bills.
  
• Maintain complete records of executed quantities, variations, and additional works.
  

4. Contracts & Claims

• Support in contract administration, interpretation of clauses, and rate analysis.
  
• Prepare and substantiate claims related to variations, price escalation, and time extensions.
  
• Liaise with client representatives, consultants, and project teams for billing and contractual matters.
  

5. Tendering & Estimation

• Assist the tendering team with quantity take-offs, rate analysis, and estimation inputs for new projects.
  
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and assist in finalizing work orders.
  

6. Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate with Planning, Execution, and Procurement teams for project budgeting and cost tracking.
  
• Prepare and present MIS reports on billing progress, cost status, and financial performance to management.
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of

  MoRTH standards

  , road/highway project specifications, and EPC contract norms.
• Proficiency in

  AutoCAD, MS Excel, MS Project / Primavera, and ERP systems

  .
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and negotiation skills.
  
• Strong understanding of

  rate analysis, tendering, and contractual procedures

  .
• Ability to work independently and lead a team of junior QS engineers.
  

Preferred Background:

• Experience in

  EPC / Road / Highway infrastructure projects

  with reputed construction companies.
• Prior exposure to

  NHAI, MoRTH, or State Highway projects

  is highly desirable.