Senior Quantity Surveyor at MP Infrastructure Limited

MP Infrastructure Limited is a leading infrastructure development and management company. We focus on ICT, Renewable Energy, Power, Water, Technology, Oil Gas Process Facilities and Real Estate, offering the entire value chain of solutions from Audit, design and construction, to operation and maintenance across several industries including Telecoms, Energy, Oil Gas and Real Estate.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for providing strategic cost planning, contract administration, and commercial management across infrastructure projects, including engineering, construction, and maintenance works.
• This role will ensure accurate budgeting, effective procurement, contract compliance, and that all work meets legal, quality, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and analysis of Profit and Loss statements
• Development and monitoring of detailed financial and expenditure reports
• Conducting market research and cost benchmarking for materials and labour
• Identifying and engaging potential clients, vendors, and partners
• Preparing competitive bid documents and commercial proposals
• Leading contract negotiations and finalisation with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Overseeing project budgeting, cost forecasting, invoicing, and financial reporting
• Monitoring project progress and conducting interim valuations and performance reviews
• Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, local/federal regulations, and quality standards

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• Professional certification or membership is highly desirable (e.g., RICS, NIQS, CIOB, ICES)
• Postgraduate qualifications (MSc, MBA) in related fields will be an added advantage

Work Experience / Industry Knowledge:

• Minimum of 14 years of relevant post-qualification experience in quantity surveying, cost engineering, or commercial management roles
• Proven track record of handling large-scale infrastructure projects across construction, renewable energy, or oil and gas sectors
• Demonstrated experience in cost estimation, tendering, contract administration, and financial control
• Strong understanding of engineering and construction methodologies
• Working knowledge of local and international construction laws and standards
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

Skills and Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of contract forms (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, JCT) and procurement strategies
• Proficiency in quantity take-off software, cost planning tools, management software and MS Excel
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Navision, SAP, Oracle) is an advantage
• Strong understanding of project life cycles, value engineering, and change order management
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to explain complex financial and technical information clearly
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Superior interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities
• close attention to detail, particularly in reviewing on-site risks and cost implications
• Knowledge of local construction codes, engineering standards, and infrastructure practices
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in best practices.

Salary
Open.

Application Closing Date
29th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV along with a detailed Cover Letter to: careers@mpiafrica.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.