Quantity Surveyor

Join  House of Branded Lifestyle Inc. (HOBLI) , the company behind leading optical retail brands in the Philippines such as  Vision Express and  Eye Society .

With over 30 years of experience in the optical industry, HOBLI is the  largest distributor of prestigious eyewear and eye care brands in the country , partnering with global leaders such as Luxottica, Marcolin, Shamir, Tokai, and Bausch & Lomb. We continue to drive growth through strong retail operations, premium brand partnerships, and continuous innovation.

As part of this, we are looking for a  Quantity Surveyor to support cost planning, estimation, and financial management of our store construction and fit-out projects.

If you have strong experience in cost estimation, tendering, and construction project costing, we’d like to meet you.

Job Summary

Manage project cost estimation, quantity take-offs, and financial evaluation of construction projects, ensuring all works are delivered within budget and aligned with project requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to  work onsite  at our Head Office located along  Chino Roces Avenue Extension, Magallanes, Makati City (Preferably residing in Makati or nearby areas).

• Preferably available to start ASAP.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

• At least 3 years of Quantity Surveying experience , preferably in retail or commercial construction.

• Strong knowledge of  MEPFS (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Structured Cabling & Security).

• Experience in  architectural and interior fit-out construction methodologies.

• Strong background in  cost estimation, tendering, vendor sourcing, and negotiation.

• Knowledge of  market pricing, labor costs, logistics, and unit rate estimation (NCR and provincial).

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in  quantity take-offs (manual and software-based).

• Proficient in  MS Office, AutoCAD, and documentation/reporting tools.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Estimation & Quantity Take-Off

• Prepare detailed  quantity take-offs, bill of quantities (BOQ), and cost estimates based on architectural and MEPFS drawings.

• Analyze project plans, specifications, and requirements for new, renovated, or expansion stores.

• Estimate material, labor, and project costs across architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and fit-out works.

• Perform value engineering to meet budget requirements without compromising quality.

Bid Management & Vendor Coordination

• Prepare and manage  bid/tender packages for contractors, vendors, and suppliers.

• Conduct bid evaluation, tabulation, and comparative analysis of proposals.

• Clarify bid queries and lead negotiation with vendors to achieve cost efficiency.

• Source and evaluate vendors and contractors for project requirements.

Cost Monitoring & Project Control

• Track project costs, variations, and site changes throughout the construction period.

• Prepare cost comparison reports (contract vs actual vs variation works).

• Evaluate and validate variation costs in coordination with project and construction teams.

• Maintain updated records of market pricing and project cost benchmarks.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare project cost reports, summaries, and post-project analysis.

• Ensure proper documentation of all cost-related activities and approvals.

• Support project teams in financial planning and budget alignment.

What’s In It for You

• Competitive salary package

• HMO coverage (upon regularization)

• Life and accident insurance (upon regularization)

• Government-mandated benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG)

• Paid leaves

• Birthday allowance

• Flexible work schedule

• Career growth and internal mobility opportunities

• Exposure to a premium retail and luxury environment

• Training and development programs

• Employee discounts on selected brands

• Engagement activities and company events