The Paradigm Group is a dynamic, multidisciplinary organization headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria, with a strong focus on delivering innovative and high-quality solutions across architecture, construction, and real estate development.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Locations: Abuja and Kano
Job Summary
- The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for cost planning, budgeting, and financial control of construction projects.
- This role ensures that projects are delivered within approved budgets while maintaining quality and efficiency.
- The ideal candidate must be highly analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced in construction cost management, with the ability to track costs from project inception to completion.
- At The Paradigm Group, cost control is a critical pillar of project success. The Quantity Surveyor plays a key role in ensuring financial discipline, efficiency, and profitability across all our projects.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Estimation & Budgeting:
- Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and cost estimates for projects
- Develop detailed project budgets and cost plans
- Analyze drawings and specifications to determine cost implications
- Provide accurate cost advice to management.
Cost Control & Financial Monitoring:
- Track project costs against approved budgets
- Monitor expenditures and identify cost variances
- Implement cost control measures to prevent overruns
- Provide regular cost reports and financial updates.
Procurement Support:
- Support procurement process by preparing tender documents
- Analyze and evaluate contractor and supplier quotations
- Ensure cost-effectiveness in procurement decisions
- Assist in negotiation of contracts and pricing.
Contract Administration:
- Prepare and manage contracts, variations, and valuations
- Assess and certify contractor payments
- Manage variations and claims efficiently.
- Ensure contractual compliance throughout project lifecycle.
Site Coordination & Measurement:
- Conduct site visits for measurement and valuation
- Verify quantities of materials and work done on site
- Work closely with Project Managers, Architects, and Site Engineers.
Reporting & Documentation:
- Maintain accurate cost records and documentation
- Prepare financial reports, cost analysis, and forecasts
- Ensure proper audit trail for all project financial activities.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential financial risks in projects
- Provide recommendations to mitigate cost-related risks
- Support decision-making with data-driven insights.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building Technology, or related fields
- 3–6 years relevant experience in construction or real estate projects
- Strong knowledge of BOQ preparation, cost estimation, and contract management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant QS software
- Good understanding of construction processes and materials
- Membership or progress toward professional bodies (NIQS, QSRBN) is an advantage.
Key Competencies:
- Strong analytical and numerical skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Cost control and financial discipline
- Negotiation and evaluation skills
- Strong reporting and documentation ability
- Ability to work across multiple projects and locations.
What We Are Looking For:
- A detail-driven professional who understands cost beyond estimates
- Someone who can control project finances, not just prepare BOQs
- A candidate who is structured, disciplined, and process-oriented
- A professional who can work effectively across Abuja and Kano operations.
What We Offer
- Salary: N200,000 - N300,000 monthly.
- Opportunity to work on diverse construction and architectural projects
- Exposure to full project lifecycle (planning to execution)
- Career growth and professional development
- Structured and performance-driven work environment.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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