Job Title: Quantity Surveyor / Billing Engineer - Civil Structure & Interior Works

Location: Georgetown, Guyana

Department: Civil Engineering / Construction

Reports To: Project Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Experience: 10- 18 years

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or Diploma in Civil Engineering

Job Description:

The Quantity Surveyor / Billing Engineer will be responsible for managing cost estimation, billing processes, quantity take-offs, and cost control for civil and interior works in commercial or infrastructure projects. This role requires a proactive professional with strong technical and analytical capabilities to ensure cost-effective project execution and compliance with contract terms.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Estimation & BOQ Preparation:

- Prepare and review detailed Bill of Quantities (BOQ) from drawings and technical specifications.

- Conduct material take-offs and quantity estimates.

- Perform rate analysis and generate cost estimates for civil and interior works.

2. Billing & Certification:

- Prepare Running Account (RA) bills, subcontractor bills, and final bills in coordination with the site team.

- Ensure timely verification of quantities on-site and certify all bills.

- Coordinate with clients and vendors to ensure timely processing of invoices and payments.

3. Cost Control & Budget Monitoring:

- Track and control actual project costs against budgeted estimates.

- Prepare cost reports and highlight variances or potential overruns.

- Support management in financial planning and procurement coordination.

4. Tendering & Contract Administration:

- Assist in preparing tender documents, reviewing contractor quotes, and finalizing vendor contracts.

- Manage contractual variations, claims, and scope changes.

- Ensure adherence to contract terms and document all changes properly.

5. Site Coordination & Measurement Verification:

- Regularly visit the site for progress verification and measurement checking.

- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and execution teams to align billing and cost with actual site progress.

- Monitor compliance with design, quality, and scope of work.

6. Reporting & Documentation:

- Maintain organized and up-to-date records of costs, quantities, and project billing.

- Generate MIS reports, cost tracking sheets, and billing logs for internal and client use.

- Ensure audit-compliant documentation for all commercial activities.

Skills Required:

- Strong knowledge of quantity surveying, civil construction, and interior fit-out practices.

- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and project management tools (MS Project / Primavera).

- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.

- Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.

- Attention to detail and a proactive, deadline-driven approach.

Benefits:

- Attractive Salary

- Medical Insurance

- Once-a-year Economy Class Return Air Ticket

- Shared Accommodation