Senior Quantity Surveyor

Role: Quantity Surveyor (QS) Location: Bengaluru Industry: Real Estate – Residential High-Rise Development Experience: 5–12 years Role Objective Manage end-to-end project costing, billing, and budget control for high-rise residential developments, ensuring financial discipline from design stage through execution and project closure. Key Responsibilities 1. Cost Planning & Estimation • Prepare detailed project cost estimates and budgets for high-rise residential projects (towers, gated communities) at concept, design, and pre-construction stages. • Perform quantity take-offs from architectural, structural, and MEP drawings. • Develop and maintain rate analysis and cost benchmarks for civil, finishing, and MEP works. • Provide value engineering inputs to optimize cost without compromising quality. 2. BOQ & Tendering Support • Prepare detailed BOQs for civil, finishing, and MEP packages aligned with project scope. • Support tendering by preparing scope documents and quantity validations. • Evaluate contractor quotations and assist in techno-commercial comparisons. • Work closely with procurement teams for contract finalization and package closures. 3. Contract & Commercial Management • Review and administer contractor agreements and subcontracts. • Evaluate variations, extra items, and change orders. • Track contractual obligations, milestones, and deliverables. • Maintain proper documentation for audit, claims, and dispute resolution. 4. Cost Control & Budget Monitoring • Monitor project costs against approved budgets across all stages of construction. • Prepare monthly cost reports, variance analysis, and cash flow forecasts. • Identify cost overruns early and recommend corrective actions. • Support feasibility analysis for upcoming residential developments. 5. Billing & Measurement • Verify contractor RA bills and prepare interim payment certificates (IPC). • Conduct site measurements and reconcile quantities with contractors. • Ensure billing aligns with work progress and contractual terms. • Finalize project accounts including all variations and claims. 6. Cross-Functional Coordination • Work closely with execution, procurement, design, and finance teams. • Participate in project review meetings and provide cost insights. • Ensure alignment between site progress and financial tracking. 7. Compliance & Governance • Ensure compliance with RERA guidelines, company processes, and contractual frameworks. • Maintain proper cost documentation and reporting standards. • Support internal and external audits. Candidate Profile • 5–12 years of experience in quantity surveying / cost management for residential real estate projects • Strong exposure to high-rise buildings and large residential developments • Hands-on experience in BOQ preparation, billing (RA bills), and cost control • Good understanding of civil, finishing, and MEP packages • Experience working with real estate developers preferred (not just contractors/consultants) • Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems