Project Director - Contracts & Costing (High-Rise Buildings) - Gurgaon

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Team Leader for our Quantity Surveying department, specializing in high-rise building projects. As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of quantity surveyors and ensuring accurate cost planning, cost control, and financial management of large-scale, high-rise construction projects. You will work closely with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost Estimation & Planning:

• Prepare and review detailed cost estimates and budgets for high-rise building projects from concept to completion.
• Provide cost advice and guidance during the early stages of the project and assist in value engineering exercises to optimize cost efficiency.

• Contract Administration:

• Prepare and manage contract documents, ensuring compliance with client requirements, regulations, and standards.
• Administer contracts, monitor progress, and manage variations and claims to ensure alignment with contractual terms.

• Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead and mentor a team of quantity surveyors, ensuring high standards of performance and continuous professional development.
• Allocate tasks and responsibilities effectively to meet project milestones and deadlines.
• Conduct regular team meetings and ensure effective communication within the team and with other departments.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Education:

• Diploma / Bachelor's degree in Civil, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Membership with a professional body such as RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is highly desirable.

• Experience:

• Minimum of 20-30 years of experience in quantity surveying, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in high-rise building projects, including experience with large-scale commercial or residential buildings.

• Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., JCT, FIDIC) and quantity surveying practices.
• Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., CostX, Buildertrend, MS Excel).
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.