Quantity Surveyor needed at Ultimus Construction

2 weeks ago

Job title : Quantity Surveyor

Job Location : Lagos

Deadline : April 18, 2024

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Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement new purchasing strategies to deliver ongoing cost reductions and process simplification
  • Negotiate the best deal for pricing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers
  • Meet subcontractors and suppliers on-site where necessary
  • Ensure compliance to project budgets and provide analysis of deviations
  • Research new materials for design and cost savings
  • Ensure that all subcontractors and suppliers provide insurance policies for products delivered
  • Maintain a mutual beneficial relationship with suppliers and distributors to ensure adequate suppliers at all times for the company and to continually improve pricing and quality of work
  • Establish new relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure adequate resources for all projects and to continually improve pricing and quality of work
  • Ensure awareness and company compliance to all building codes and local construction guidelines.
  • Assist in maintaining company quality control program
  • Leverage technology, safety measures, and information sharing to increase productivity and profitability
  • Handle change order requests and forecast upcoming demand
  • Manage materials/equipment inventory
  • Maintain and build trusted relationships with key customers, clients, partners, and stakeholders
  • Positively represent the company at all times through a success-oriented and professional demeanor
  • Work with team members to complete duties as needed

Qualifications

  • At least a Second-Class Upper Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying (Q.S.)
  • Upper Limit High National Diploma in Q.S.
  • Must be Certified by the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS)
  • Minimum of 5 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the Construction industry
  • Proficient in standard industry software

Skill Requirements:

To successfully perform the typical tasks and duties of the position, the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities listed below are required:

  • Ability to effectively solve problems and conflicts
  • Ability to negotiate and purchase products at best cost value
  • Ability to plan, coordinate, and provide leadership in the execution of complex construction projects
  • Ability to delegate and manage multiple operations effectively
  • Ability to assess the operational effectiveness of contractors
  • Possesses written and oral communication skills to support decisions and recommendations

Others:

  • Conducts meetings and provides effective leadership to construction team members
  • Develops and manages budgets within established parameters
  • Ability to analyse and interpret technical materials accurately and effectively
  • Effective in making objective decisions
  • Strong knowledge of engineering drawings and specifications
  • Strong team philosophy
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work with construction contractors, vendors, and consultants
  • Demonstrated analytical skills.

How to Apply for this Offer

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@ultimusconstruction.com or recruitment@ultimusholdings.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

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