Senior Quantity Surveyor at O.K.I. (Nig) Limited

O.K. Isokariari (Nigeria) Limited is a leading Engineering, Procurement, and Construction company with over 50 years of robust experience in civil engineering and building projects. Established in 1970 and incorporated in 1972, the company is recognized for its efficiency, reliability, and value-added services for both government agencies and private clients. Renowned for completing heavy civil engineering projects within budget and on schedule, the company ensures high-quality standards and a commitment to Health, Safety, and Environmental protection. With state-of-the-art equipment including asphalt and mixing plants, quarry operations, and transport fleets the company successfully executes complex infrastructure projects like highways, bridges, and residential areas in compliance with international standards.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly experienced and meticulous Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee all aspects of project cost management, contract administration, and commercial performance.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that our construction and infrastructure projects remain financially viable, providing accurate cost estimates, and managing project expenditure from inception to final account.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities (BOQ), and tender documentation for new projects.
• Monitor and manage project budgets, providing regular reports on variances and cost-to-complete projections.
• Conduct thorough cost-benefit analyses and value engineering to optimize project profitability.
• Administer construction contracts, ensuring full compliance with legal and organizational terms.
• Manage the procurement process for subcontractors and suppliers, including the negotiation of rates and contractual terms.
• Handle the assessment and settlement of interim valuations and final accounts.
• Liaise closely with site managers and the engineering department to monitor progress against cost and time schedules.
• Perform regular site visits to verify work progress and ensure material usage aligns with budget allocations.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks that could impact project timelines or margins.
• Provide accurate financial forecasts and cash flow management reports to Management.
• Maintain rigorous document control for all commercial agreements and site variations.
• Ensure all procurement and billing processes are standardized and transparent.
• Provide accurate financial forecasts and cash flow management reports to Management.
• Maintain rigorous document control for all commercial agreements and site variations.
• Ensure all procurement and billing processes are standardized and transparent.

Requirements

• Professional Membership: Mandatory: Valid registration with the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS).
• 8–10 years of professional experience in quantity surveying, with a focus on large-scale road construction and building infrastructure.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in contract law (e.g., FIDIC, JCT).
• Advanced proficiency in cost estimation software and MS Excel.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering designs and technical drawings.
• Strong negotiation skills, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to maintain professional integrity when managing contractor relations.

Application Closing Date
13th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@okisokariari.com using the job title as the subject of the email.