Assistant Quantity Surveyor (Internal to UNOPS Personnel) at United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

Functional Responsibilities:

Under the overall supervision of the TSU Manager and under the direct supervision of the Quantity Surveyor, the Assistant Quantity Surveyor will perform the following tasks:

• Responsible for taking-off and calculation of quantities from architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical drawings and details
• Assist in the preparation of detailed BOQs and specifications for construction works
• Assist in preparation of schedule of materials for construction
• Assist in the preparation of preliminary cost estimates
• Assist field assessment and the subsequent processing of data and report writing
• Assist in preparation of valuations for contractors’ payments
• Assist with the valuation of variations for ongoing construction works
• Assist in collecting and maintaining construction cost data
• Responsible for keeping an updated filing system for TSU construction design documentation

Monitoring and Progress Controls

• Knowledge and capacity to prepare Bills of Quantities to professional and accurate standards
• Prepare appropriate reports as required

Education/Experience/Language requirements:

Education

• Secondary education is required.
• A Bachelor's Degree or Technical Qualification in Quantity Surveying will be an asset.

Experience Work experience

• At least 5 years experience in Quantity Surveying is required;
• Experience working in a busy Quantity Surveying office or a busy construction firm will be an added advantage.
• At least 2 years experience in Construction and Engineering is required.
• At least 2 years experience working in Infrastructure and Project Management is required.
• At least 1 year of UNOPS experience is required.

Key Competencies

• Knowledge and capacity to prepare Bills of Quantities in Google Sheets and or Microsoft excel to professional and accurate standards.
• Good team player attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely and work in a team to support the delivery of successful projects. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with WinQs, Qs Cad and other relevant Quantity Surveying software.

Language Requirements

• Full working knowledge of English is required.
• Knowledge of a second UN or regional working language is an asset.