Quantity Surveyor in Byhalia, Mississippi at Beck & Pollitzer US Inc

Summary of Primary Functions: The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for monitoring project costs, quantities, materials, and financial performance for industrial machinery installation, relocation, and rigging projects. The Quantity Surveyor controls and tracks project quantities, billable units, subcontractor costs, and commercial documentation to ensure accurate cost control and profitability. This role works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Field Supervisors, Procurement, and Finance to ensure projects remain on budget and all labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs are properly captured and billed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

Track installed quantities (steel, rigging hours, equipment usage, labor units, consumables, etc.)Measure and verify field production against project estimates.Monitor job cost codes and ensure accurate allocation of expenses.Review daily field reports and dispatch sheets for cost accuracy.Compare actual costs vs. budgeted costs.Identify cost overruns, risks, and change order opportunities.Assist in preparing cost-to-complete projections.Support project margin tracking and profitability reporting.Quantify additional scope and support claims documentation.Maintain change log and ensure approval tracking.Review subcontractor quotes and validate quantities.Track subcontractor invoices against progress.Verify materials delivered to site align with purchase orders.Assist in vendor cost reconciliation.Maintain detailed quantity take-offs and cost logs.Support monthly WIP reporting.Prepare commercial summaries for leadership.Ensure documentation aligns with contract requirements.Controls material quantities similar to stocked consumables.Monitors equipment usage rates.Ensures nothing “leaves the project” without being accounted for financially.Serves as the commercial control point between field and finance.Maintain alignment between field quantities, daily job reports (DJRs), and financial reporting systems to ensure accurate revenue recognition and cost tracking.

Experience, Qualifications and Key Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field (preferred)3+years experience in industrial construction, heavy equipment installation, or machinery relocationStrong understanding of:

Subcontract management

Proficiency in Excel and project management softwareStrong analytical and documentation skillsDetail-oriented and process-drivenFinancially disciplinedStrong communication between field and officeAbility to work in fast-paced industrial environmentsCommercial awareness and margin-focused mindsetTravel Required: A combination of office and traveling to jobsite(s). 

This job description is not a contract for employment. Employment with Beck & Pollitzer USA is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete a job application, please contact our Human Resources Department at usa.hr@beck-pollitzer.com or by calling (864) 574-6551.