QS & Cost Control Manager

Role & responsibilities

• Cost Estimation & Budgeting

• Prepare detailed cost estimates based on architectural, structural, and services drawings.
  
• Assist in preparing project budgets and cash flow forecasts.
  
• Benchmarking costs and rates from past projects for accurate budgeting.
  

• Tendering & Contract Management

• Prepare and float tenders for contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
  
• Evaluate bids technically and commercially.
  
• Support contract drafting, negotiations, and finalization.
  
• Maintain documentation for all contractual matters.
  

• Cost Control & Monitoring

• Track project expenses against budget and ensure cost efficiency.
  
• Raise flags in case of budget overruns and recommend corrective actions.
  
• Certify contractor bills after joint measurement verification.
  
• Monitor variation orders, claims, and payment certificates.
  

• Quantity Take-Off & BOQ

• Prepare Bill of Quantities (BOQ) from construction drawings.
  
• Validate quantities claimed by contractors/subcontractors.
  
• Ensure accurate and updated quantity take-offs during execution.
  

• MIS & Reporting

• Generate regular cost reports, budget vs. actuals, and variance analysis.
  
• Update cost control systems and dashboards for management review.
  
• Maintain records for all cost-related correspondence and documentation.
  

• Vendor & Procurement Coordination

• Coordinate with procurement team for rate comparisons and order placements.
  
• Ensure proper budget alignment during procurement.
  

• Audit & Compliance

• Ensure documentation readiness for internal/external audits.
  
• Comply with statutory and regulatory requirements related to contracts and finance

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors Degree / Diploma in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
  
• Professional certification (e.g., RICS/CIOB) preferred but not mandatory
  
• 812 years of experience in Quantity Surveying & Cost Control, preferably in the real estate or construction industry