Job Location : Bungoma , Kenya.

Company Description.

Employd Staffing Solutions Ltd is a comprehensive Human Capital Consultancy firm based in Nairobi County, Kenya. Our core HR activities include Recruitment, Labour Outsourcing, Payroll Management, and Employee Trainings. We build fruitful relationships with our clients and always aim to add value to their business by improving the efficiency of their HR activities and increasing the return on their Human Capital spend.

Key Responsibilities.

• Prepare and negotiate project budgets, contracts, and cost plans for various construction projects, including fit-outs, renovations, and interior design projects.
• Conduct thorough take-offs, quantity calculations, and detailed cost estimations based on architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings.
• Continuously monitor and control costs throughout the project lifecycle to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints.
•  Identify and assess potential cost risks and resource constraints that could affect project timelines and budgets.
• Prepare and submit detailed cost reports to clients and internal teams, highlighting any budget deviations and recommending corrective actions.
• Communicate project financial status clearly to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and clarity in financial matters.
• Act as the key point of contact for all financial aspects of a project.
• Develop and review accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and technical specifications in alignment with project requirements.
•  Ensure that all cost data is precise and reflective of current market rates and construction techniques.
• Assist with the valuation of variations to the original scope of work, ensuring that these adjustments are accurately reflected in the project’s financial reports.
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for invoicing and progress payments.
• Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date database of cost data and documentation related to all projects.
• Ensure that construction design documentation is accurately filed and easily accessible for internal and client review.
• Work closely with project managers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure that all project costs are controlled and accounted for.
• Foster a collaborative environment with all project stakeholders to keep projects on track.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, innovations, and regulatory changes, and incorporate these into cost management strategies.
• Contribute to the development of internal processes that improve efficiency and cost management.

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications (e.g., RICS, MQS) are a significant advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of post-graduate experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry, with a proven track record in cost estimation, budgeting, and contract management.
• Experience in managing interior design and construction projects, including fit-outs, renovations, and new builds, is essential..
• Strong understanding of construction contracts).
• In-depth knowledge of measurement techniques, costing practices, and quantity surveying methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to interpret complex documentation.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Superior communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualified and interested candidates should share their CVs to jobs@employd.co.ke with the subject line Quantity Surveyor-Bungoma  . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.