Location
In office (Nairobi)
Seniority
Senior · 5+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time
First seen by Alion on Nov 3, 2026.
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ISM Africa is a Kenyan consultancy that handles cost estimation, financial planning and contract administration for construction projects. It hires quantity surveyors registered with the Kenyan professional board for a range of building and infrastructure projects. The company is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya.
Job Summary:
- We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of five (5) years’ post-qualification experience and valid Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya (BORAQS) professional registration. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in cost estimation, project financial planning, and contract administration for a range of construction and infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and feasibility studies for proposed projects.
- Manage pre- and post-contract quantity surveying duties, including bills of quantities, tender documentation, and cost control.
- Conduct cost analysis and value engineering to ensure project cost-effectiveness.
- Evaluate and manage contractor claims, variations, and payment certificates.
- Provide advice on procurement strategies and contractual matters.
- Liaise with architects, engineers, contractors, and project managers throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitor project expenditures, ensuring alignment with budgets and schedules.
- Compile detailed final accounts and project completion reports.
- Ensure adherence to building regulations, legal standards, and company policies.
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related field.
- Registered with a recognized professional body (e.g., IQSK, QSRB, RICS).
- Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in quantity surveying, preferably on medium to large-scale projects.
- Strong understanding of construction law, tendering procedures, and standard forms of contract (FIDIC, JBC, etc.).
- Proficiency in QS software tools (e.g., CostX, WinQS, MS Excel).
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects under pressure.
Preferred Attributes:
- Experience in infrastructure, commercial, and institutional projects.
- Knowledge of sustainable building practices and cost implications.
- A proactive approach to risk management and mitigation strategies
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