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Material Takeoff Officer (QS) Job Burhani Engineers
Engineering Jobs, Burhani Engineers Jobs.
Key Responsibilities
Material Take-Offs & Quantity Extraction
- Review and interpret architectural, structural, and civil engineering drawings including general arrangement (GA), sections, and detail drawings.
- Accurately extract quantities of materials such as concrete, reinforcement bars, formwork, backfilling, aggregates, steel, piping, asphalt, timber, and finishing materials.
- Prepare comprehensive material schedules and summaries per discipline, phase and location.
Estimating & Tendering Support
- Provide detailed material quantities to support tender documentation, preliminary estimates, and BOQ development.
- Work collaboratively with the cost estimation team to align material take-offs with standard unit rates and cost build-up.
- Update quantity estimates based on drawing revisions, change orders, and site modifications.
Documentation & Reporting
- Create and maintain structured quantity tracking sheets and take-off logs.
- Ensure all extracted quantities are referenced against the latest issued drawings and specification documents.
- Support the development of procurement schedules based on material quantities and construction timelines.
Site & Technical Coordination
- Liaise with project engineers, site supervisors, and foremen to verify material usage and reconcile actual quantities with estimates.
- Participate in joint site visits to confirm measurements and identify potential quantity discrepancies or scope gaps.
- Assist in validating contractor claims related to material quantities and work progress.
Digital Tools & Software Utilization
Use digital measurement and take-off tools such as:
- AutoCAD for 2D measurement and verification
- PlanSwift, Bluebeam Revu, or similar platforms for digital take-offs
- MS Excel and/or Quantity Surveying software for quantity tabulations and reporting
Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.
- Minimum of Four (4) years of experience in a similar role within a civil engineering, infrastructure, or construction firm.
- Solid understanding of civil engineering components, construction sequences, and technical specifications.
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