Head - Cost & Quantity Surveying

Job Description

About the Company: ASCENTIS is an international project management firm, operating now throughout South Asia and Africa. ASCENTIS provides advisory and project management services to the real estate sector with end-to-end solutions from feasibility to commissioning. Championing world-class professional standards, the firm has earned a reputation for high quality and uncompromising integrity, especially in the hospitality sector where Ascentis is the leader in South Asia. Why Join Us? Impactful Role : Lead a key function at a respected international firm Innovative Environment : Implement new processes and digital tools to drive efficiency Progressive Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team Global Projects : Work on high-profile real estate and hospitality projects across regions Leadership Opportunity : Shape, mentor, and grow a talented team Role Overview: We are looking for a smart and dynamic professional to lead our cost management practice, entailing all pre contract QS services. Key Responsibilities: Pre-contract QS services: Budgeting at various design stages Cost advisory for design options & value engineering Preparation of tender BOQs and pre-tender cost estimates Tender rate comparison and analysis Support to PM for negotiations Lead the in-house QS teams for all pre-contract activities Establish/develop internal processes and digital tools to improve team productivity as well as accuracy and quality of deliverables Develop cost database Develop BIM tools for quantity take-off Participate personally in project budgeting process and value engineering initiatives. Review personally all cost reports and participate in client presentations. Recruit, evaluate, and train internal teams. What we are looking for: Required Education & Experience BE/BTech or equivalent in Building & Quantity Surveying from leading university Post-graduate degree in a plus Minimum 15-20 years of hands-on experience in cost management, in leadership position. Experience in hospitality or high-end interior works is required. Experience abroad is a plus. Experience in procurement Exposure in International projects Required Skills: Solid QS, technical, and quantitative skills A good leader able to motivate teams and develop constructive relationships with all stakeholders. Excellent communication and presentation skills Reports to: Senior Director - Development Team Management: Yes