Senior Quantity Surveyor

Company Description

DK Construction LTD is a leading name in the building and construction industry in Ghana, renowned for its commitment to precision and flexibility. The company delivers top-quality construction projects that adhere to approved plans, specifications, codes, and standards while staying within budget and schedule. Known for reliability, DK Construction LTD provides personal, professional, and customer-focused services to achieve exceptional results. The company takes pride in exemplifying its motto, "Swiss quality - Ghana made."

Key Responsibilities:

1. Planning & Programme Support

• Develop construction programmes in alignment with project goals and performance targets.
• Provide weekly progress updates with Project Managers.
• Support baselines, final cost allocations, and method statements.
• Identify and escalate project risks early.

2. Tender & Control Documentation

• Prepare tender and contract documentation, including Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Draft and compile BOQs for all assigned projects.
• Maintain clear and well-organized financial and project documentation.

3. Estimates, Budgets & Tenders

• Prepare detailed project estimates and tender documentation.
• Create early-stage cost plans for ongoing and new projects.

4. Cost Monitoring & Financial Control

• Track construction costs against approved budgets.
• Conduct routine financial reviews, cost reports, and variance analysis.
• Recommend cost-saving and value-engineering measures.

5. Subcontract Administration & Procurement Support

• Draft and manage subcontract agreements.
• Support procurement processes and supplier documentation.
• Verify monthly subcontractor certificates and update payment registers.

6. Work Valuation, Variations & Final Accounts

• Value completed works and review interim applications.
• Evaluate variations and prepare final accounts for completed projects.

7. Contract Awareness & Best Practice

• Maintain strong working knowledge of contract requirements and construction standards.

8. Plant Usage & Cost Control

• Track contractor-hired plant usage.
• Process variations and claims accurately and on time.

9. Documentation & Records

• Support Daily Diary reviews and verify subcontractor works for claims/payment.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bacherlors Degree in Quantity Surveying (Minimum), Construction Technology, Building Economics, or related field.
• Experience in cost planning, BOQs, tendering, and construction cost control (consultancy or contractor background).
• Solid understanding of contract administration, valuation, and variations.

Technical Skills

• Strong BOQ preparation, estimating, and cost reporting.
• Proficiency in QS tools and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong documentation skills (tenders, payment certificates, registers).
• Knowledge of construction contracts & procurement processes.

Core Competencies

• High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy.
• Strong planning, prioritisation, and deadline discipline.
• Clear communication with site teams, subcontractors, and management.
• Ability to identify cost risks early and propose solutions.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, reliable, accountable.
• Proactive and confident in a fast-paced environment.
• High integrity and discretion handling financial and client information.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with value engineering and cost optimisation.
• Exposure to audits, project reviews, ISO-style documentation.
• Familiarity with the Ghanaian construction ecosystem.

Why Join DK Construction Ltd?

• A family-owned business committed to sustainability, integrity, and employee growth.
• You’ll be part of a rebuilding and strengthening journey as we scale operations across Ghana and West Africa.

How to apply? Directly here via LinkedIn, a short motivational note increases your chances.

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