QS Engineer

• Kool Home Builders is Looking for a Quantity Surveyor for Kochi location . The key details have been mentioned below.
• Interested candidates can share their resume to <[email hidden]>

Position : Quantity Surveyor

Company : Kool Home Builders

• Location : Kochi ,Kerala
• Qualification : Btech – Civil
• Experience : Minimum 3+ yrs experience in construction domain
• Salary : Best in the industry
• Joining time : ASAP – Less than 20 days

1. Tendering & Cost Estimation

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for civil and structural works related to electrical substation projects.
• Analyze tender drawings, specifications, and scope of work to identify cost drivers, risks, and assumptions.
• Develop BOQs, pricing schedules, and cost summaries in line with tender requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines to clarify scope, resolve technical queries, and align cost assumptions during the tender stage.
• Support the Civil Construction Manager during tender reviews, pricing strategy development, and final tenders’ submissions.

1. Quantity Take-Off & Measurement

• Perform detailed quantity take-offs from tender and IFC drawings using AutoCAD and manual methods.
• Prepare measurement sheets for concrete, reinforcement, structural steel, excavation, backfilling, and architectural finishes.
• Review drawings for discrepancies, raise technical clarifications, and assess their impact on quantities and cost.
• Ensure quantity data is accurate, traceable, and properly documented.

1. Subcontractor & Supplier Coordination

• Prepare and issue RFIs to subcontractors and suppliers in coordination with procurement and project teams.
• Conduct technical and commercial evaluation of received quotations to ensure full scope compliance.
• Support the Civil Construction Manager during subcontractor clarification meetings and commercial evaluations.

1. Cost Control & Budget Management

• Support project teams in cost monitoring, budget tracking, and cash‑flow planning.
• Track approved variations and change orders from a cost‑control perspective.
• Support preparation and review of interim payment applications and final accounts.

1. Contractual & Commercial Support

• Review tender and contract documents to identify commercial risks, exclusions, and opportunities.
• Support the Civil Construction Manager in negotiations related to variations, additional works, and commercial settlements.
• Maintain accurate records of measurements, variations, correspondence, and approvals.

1. Coordination with Engineering & Site Teams

• Work closely with civil, structural, electrical, and project teams to ensure cost alignment with design intent.
• Provide commercial and cost input during design development, technical revisions, and value engineering exercises.
• Support coordination meetings related to commercial and scope matters.

1. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare cost reports, tender comparison statements, and commercial summaries.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, BOQs, subcontractor quotations, and approvals.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, project controls, and audit requirements.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (Mandatory)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Kochi, India

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, tendering, and estimation for civil and structural works
• Proficiency in both spoken & written and English is required.