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Entry-Level Quantity Surveyor — Nigeria, Abuja Federal Capital Territory

Chebezgroup

On-site Nigeria: Abuja Federal Capital Territory Full-time Entry level NGN 150,000 – 200,000 per month

Job description

A company operating in the construction and property development sector is seeking a motivated Entry-Level Quantity Surveyor to support cost estimation, procurement, project cost monitoring and contract administration across its projects in Abuja.

The position is suitable for an early-career professional with practical knowledge of construction costs, measurement techniques and the Abuja building-materials market. Internship and NYSC experience will be considered.

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare project cost estimates, budgets and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
  • Assist with tender preparation, evaluation and procurement activities.
  • Monitor project expenditure and identify cost variances.
  • Measure and value completed construction work for interim valuations.
  • Liaise with contractors, suppliers, consultants and site teams.
  • Maintain accurate project cost records, reports and supporting documentation.
  • Conduct market research on building materials, labour and supplier prices.
  • Assist senior quantity surveyors with contract administration.
  • Support the management and resolution of contractual issues and disputes.
  • Perform other quantity-surveying duties assigned by the project team.

Requirements

  • B.Sc. or HND in Quantity Surveying, Building or a related discipline.
  • One to two years of relevant experience; internship and NYSC experience will be considered.
  • Basic knowledge of construction costing principles and measurement techniques.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Knowledge of CostX, CATO or similar quantity-surveying software is an advantage.
  • Fluency in Hausa is mandatory.
  • Strong knowledge of Abuja’s construction market, including building materials, suppliers and prevailing prices.
  • Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must currently reside in Abuja.

Benefits & perks

  • Monthly salary of ₦150,000–₦200,000.
  • Opportunity to gain practical experience across construction and development projects.
  • Exposure to cost estimation, procurement and contract administration.
  • Opportunity to work alongside experienced quantity-surveying professionals.

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should email their CV to hr@chebezgroup.org using “Quantity Surveyor” as the email subject.

Applications must be submitted no later than 5 October 2026.

Applicants must currently reside in Abuja and be fluent in Hausa.

Required skills

Quantity surveyingcost estimationBills of QuantitiesBOQ preparationconstruction measurementproject cost trackingprocurementtenderingcontract administrationinterim valuationcost controlMicrosoft ExcelCostXCATOmarket researchnumerical analysisHausa languagecommunicationattention to detail