About the Projects Office

The Projects Office is responsible for the Design and Implementation of green projects. The Office plans, manages and leads design strategies for various urban public realm projects. The Office is composed of several professionals including Architects, Project Managers and Technical Supporting Staff.

About the Role:

As a Manager A - Quantity Surveyor your tasks will include:

• Reviewing and taking off quantities from drawings (to quantify all features of the drawings);

• Evaluating quotations from third parties, and assist and advise on its validity according to present market prices;

• Drafting schedule of quantities and specifications for procurement purposes;

• Carrying out regular inspections and necessary measurements on-site at all phases of the project;

• Keeping track of cost during implantation of the project, while advising the Project Manager when this is envisaged to be exceeded;

• Notifying the Project Manager with variances from the estimated works and documenting these accordingly;

• Preparing bills of quantities for payment including extras and variations from measurements taken on site or as the nature of the work dictates;

• Assisting in the collection of certifications and/or documentations necessary for the certification of the bill items and works;

• Liaising with the different contractors regarding all matters relevant to quantity surveying;

• Preparation of final bills of quantities;

• Liaise with supervisor regarding all matters relevant to quantity surveying;

• Assisting and liaising with other sections within Project Green for the provision of quantity surveying services;

• Actively seeking to improve processes and procedures;

• Supervise and mentor other Junior Quantity Surveyors, Apprentices and Quantity Surveyors within the unit;

• Reporting progress of the unit to senior management;

• Show initiative and provide practical advice to identify solutions to job-specific challenges;

• Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with external stakeholders, being our operators or clients;

• Carrying out other related duties that maybe assigned on occasions by the supervisor/ Section Head;

• Driving vehicles in the course of duties of a Quantity Surveyor;

• Safeguarding the interests of Project Green;

• Undergoes any training programmes that Project Green deems necessary for the optimum performance in the grade including the study of market prices within the field.

Employee may be required to perform other duties reasonably related to this role, as directed by management, to meet organisational needs. Such duties will be commensurate with the employee’s skills and grade, and in line with applicable policies, agreements and legislation.

About You

Project Green is looking for a Manager A - Quantity Surveyor, whereby candidates shall be of good character, create a positive atmosphere within the Team and be committed to work overtime hours as directed. 

You will be expected to assist the Design Team by preparing estimates, bills of quantities and site work measurements. Furthermore, you will need to be capable to work on your own with minimal supervision and take own initiative to support the team effectively. 

The role requires the possession of a minimum of MQF/EQF Level 4 Advanced Diploma in Construction Engineering (Quantity Surveying), or an equivalent recognised qualification as approved by the MFHEA, and at least one (1) year experience in Quantity Surveying in construction. 

You will also need to prove proficiency in the use of Auto-CAD, be in possession of a Police Conduct Certificate issued within the six (6) months preceding the application closing date and be in possession of a Driving Licence Category B.

Other Information

Project Green is an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE (National Commission for the Protection of Equality) and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will avoid any form of discrimination in its recruitment procedures.

The Agency reserves the right to withdraw this call at any time and not select any of the Candidates.

Applicants are required to submit all relevant qualifications, certifications, licences, a valid Police Conduct Certificate and any other supporting documentation together with their application by the closing date. Where qualifications have been awarded by universities or institutions outside Malta, applicants must also submit a Recognition Statement on Comparability of Qualifications issued by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC). Information on obtaining an MQRIC Recognition Statement may be found on the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) website under the MQRIC section at MFHEA.

Failure to provide the required documentation within the stipulated timeframe may result in the application not being considered. Only candidates whose documentation has been received and successfully verified will be eligible for shortlisting and invitation to the interview stage.

Project Green may, at any stage of the selection process, request further documentation or evidence to substantiate any information provided in the application.

The Agency shall ensure that any processing of personal data is in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Data Protection Act (Chapter 586 of the Laws of Malta) and any other relevant European Union and national law. For further details, you may refer to the Data Protection Policy on Project Green’s webpage projectgreen.mt.

Candidates are to note that the submission of any false statement/s or omission, even if unintended, may lead to the cancellation of their application and may render the candidate's appointment liable to termination.