Senior Quantity Surveyor – PQS Full Time

• Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor (PQS Consultancy)
• Location: Caribbean
• Sector: Construction –  Luxury Residential
• Remuneration: Negotiable Gross Salary + Vehicle/Fuel + Relocation Flight + Health Insurance + Local Benefits.

Well established Developer is seeking a detailed oriented Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The successful candidate will play a major role in the cost management and financial control of construction projects from inception to completion, centred around the luxury residential market place. These projects can range from US$6m-35m for single family residential builds.

You will be required to work closely with contractors, architects and builders to develop cost-effective solutions that uphold the highest quality standards.

This role requires a balance of office-based work and on-site presence to ensure accurate project costing and efficient progress tracking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documentation
• Evaluate and manage project budgets and financial forecasts
• Monitor construction progress and report on project cost performances
• Assess and value contractor work for interim and final payments
• Conduct cost analysis and provide commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle
• Assist in contract administration and ensure compliance with contract terms
• Identify and analyse risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Liaise with clients, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders
• Conduct site visits to assess work progress and validate financial claims
• Support in the negotiation of variations, claims, and dispute resolution
• Provide cost reports and ensure project delivery within budget.

Qualifications and skills

• Degree in quantity surveying, construction management, or a related field
• Proven experience in a quantity surveying role from within a Consultancy environment
• Experience of at least 7-10 years in the field
• Experience in the Luxury Residential and/or Luxury Hospitality sectors will be highly advantageous
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and cost control
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and QS software (eg. CostX, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Caribbean, and/or International delivery experience will be highly advantageous
• A clean police record and valid driving license will be required.

On offer is a competitive gross salary, vehicle, health insurance, relocation flight, and local benefits. Current project phasing has at least another 3yrs, with the potential of a 2nd phase of another additional 6yrs.