The Material Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for accurately analyzing and reviewing construction plans and specifications to prepare detailed material quantity takeoffs. This role is crucial by ensuring precise takeoffs for materials as per project requirements. The Quantity Surveyor will be part of a dedicated team responsible for delivering high-quality material takeoffs on time and within the standards set by the company.
Job Details:
- Work Remotely (Work from Home) – may need to go onsite once a month
- Monday to Friday | 8 AM to 5 PM US Eastern Time (to start)
- *Following select Philippine Holidays
Responsibilities:
- Plan and Specification Analysis:
- Analyze and review plans and specifications to prepare accurate estimates with the necessary level of detail for all design stages (Budgetary, DD, CD, GMP, or Double-Check).
- Ensure that all required materials are accounted for, including flooring, trims, transitions, and related components.
- Material Quantity Estimation:
- Create comprehensive material quantity estimates for paint, flooring, wall covering, tile or acoustical ceilings with associated materials to fulfill all requirements of the bid package. (This position is not responsible for pricing.)
- RFI Management:
- Draft and submit project-specific Requests for Information (RFIs) for review by sales teams, architects, or general contractors to clarify any uncertainties in the plans or specifications.
- Cost-Saving Identification:
- Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and provide suggestions to project teams for material optimization and project efficiency.
- Quality Control and Review:
- Review own work to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
- Participate in a review process, where the work is reviewed by a peer or Team Lead to catch any errors or omissions.
- Standards and Compliance:
- Complete all estimates in a timely manner and in accordance with the company standards and guidelines.
- Follow company procedures for estimating, documentation, and project management to maintain consistency and quality across all projects.
- Collaboration and Reporting:
- Work closely with the Team Lead to receive feedback and incorporate any necessary changes into future estimates.
- Provide regular updates and reports to the Team Lead and other relevant stakeholders on project progress and any issues encountered.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Structural), Architecture, or a related field. Candidates with equivalent experience in material quantity surveying or a related discipline will also be considered.
- Must have dedicated work-from-home space (reliable high-speed internet, quiet workspace for meetings)
- Minimum of 1+ years of experience in quantity surveying, or 2+ years in a related field of architecture, or engineering.
- Prior experience in material quantity takeoffs is highly desirable – U.S. experience is highly desirable.
- Strong ability to read and interpret construction plans, particularly U.S.-based plans.
- High level of analytical and spatial (3D) thinking to assess plans and identify potential issues or areas for cost savings.
- Must be extremely detail-oriented, with the ability to ensure that all estimates are thorough and accurate.
- Proficiency in working with imperial measurements is essential.
- Experience in Microsoft Office Suite or MeasureSquare Estimating Software, highly desired, but not required as training will be provided.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English to draft clear RFIs and collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.