QS/Cost Estimator (M&E)
Sunray Woodcraft Construction Pte Ltd
Posted 16 days ago
Job Descriptions:
Attend tender site show round/briefing, site survey, tender interview/clarification, tender presentation.
Prepare detailed cost estimates for Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) systems including ACMV, Engineered Smoke Control, Building Management, Plumbing, Sanitary & Gas, Fire Protection and Fire Alarm , Electrical, ELV, Vertical Transportation and other building services.
Review tender documents, drawings, and specifications to identify scope of works, discrepancies, missing information and cost risks and send tender clarifications if necessary.
Conduct quantity take-offs and prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for M&E works.
Send invitation to bid/quote with relevant tender documents to sub-contractors/suppliers to get the most reasonable price/quotations.
Evaluate, and negotiate quotations from sub-contractors/suppliers.Prepare tender submissions, cost breakdowns, and supporting documentation in line with tender/employer’s requirements.
Prepare a list of associated builders works related to M&E services installation and coordinate with the respective tender in-charge of builders works
Support value engineering exercises and propose cost-saving alternatives without compromising quality or compliance.
Work closely with respective department tender in-charge to ensure completeness with competitive cost and technical proposal aligned with tender/employer’s requirements.
Upon successful tender, wrap-up all the submitted tender documents, drawings, quotations, costing, evaluations and handover to Post Contract Team and conduct briefing.
Assist in post-contract awarding to M&E sub-contractor/suppliers.Assist in post-contract cost control and variation order evaluations when required.
Monitor market trends, material prices, and subcontractor rates to maintain up-to-date cost data.
Assist clients on M&E cost budgetary.
Any other duties assigned by superior from time to time.
Job Requirements:
Diploma / Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in M&E cost estimation or quantity surveying (preferably in the construction industry).
Strong knowledge of M&E systems, construction methods, and industry standards.
Excellent analytical, numerical, and negotiation skills.
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) and estimation software (e.g., PlanSwift or equivalent).
About Sunray Woodcraft Construction Pte Ltd
Founded in 1987, Sunray Woodcraft Construction Pte Ltd (“Sunray”) is an established Singapore brand specialising in commercial interior fit-out, with business activities spanning across Singapore and Asia.
With smart technology integrated into the construction phases and processes, Sunray is a one-stop smart solutions provider that undertakes assignments from the initial project diagnosis to conceptualizing solutions, procurement, supervision, production, installation and maintenance - taking responsibility of projects from start to end.
Sunray’s diverse business portfolio includes hotels, heritage buildings, healthcare, retail, restaurants and shopping malls such as Pan Pacific Hotel, Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore Exchange, Chijmes, the Asian Civilisation Museum, Capitol Building and The Gorden Ramsey Restaurant at Bread Street.
Over the years, Sunray has diversified its business with the setting up of SWC Builders & Engineering and Sunray Furniture to complement its existing range of interior solutions, providing cost savings as well as efficiency to its customers while winning multiple brand and business awards at the same time.
Sunray’s success is not just constrained to the shores of Singapore. The company has expanded across the region into key markets such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Shanghai and Vietnam.
Sunray lays the foundation for its success on the inception of building a strong team of talented professionals and capable resources, comprising management staff, core-trade specialists and general workers of more than 10 nationalities. The company firmly believes in a thriving environment with scope for open discussions, care and inclusivity that has, in turn, contributed to the conception of creditable relations between employees and employers.
Sunray is continually evolving and capturing new markets, consolidating existing practises while adapting to new changes. The future of Sunray looks as apt as its name - bright and overarching, set to become a company not just successful in making it commercially but also in training and retaining the best talents while delivering unsurpassed services to the society.