Job Overview
Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC (ORCL) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Quantity Surveying professional to join its Projects Department as Manager – Quantity Surveying. The role plays a key part in the successful delivery of upcoming property development projects in Colombo 1.
Position Details
- Job Title: Manager – Quantity Surveying
- Company: Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC (ORCL)
- Department: Projects Department
- Work Location: Colombo 1
- Experience: Minimum 7 years, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role
- Age Limit: Between 32 and 40 years
- Job Type: Full Time
Organization Overview
Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC is a flagship Board of Investment-approved company engaged in property investment, development and management. The company is listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange and is recognised as one of the country’s premier real estate developers. It is the owner, developer and manager of the iconic World Trade Center, Colombo, and Havelock City, an integrated mixed-use development.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying from a recognised university, or an equivalent professional qualification
- Membership or progress toward corporate membership of a recognised quantity surveying body such as IQSSL will be an advantage
- Minimum 7 years of relevant quantity surveying and construction cost-management experience, preferably including high-rise, mixed-use, commercial or large-scale residential developments, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
- Age between 32 and 40 years
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of detailed cost estimates based on approximate quantities of major items priced at current rates, supplemented by unit costs derived from recorded cost data and analysis of items which cannot be quantified at the early stage of planning, to ensure proper cost planning
- Compare and evaluate cost differences between alternative planning schemes, providing general cost advice to assist the design team in identifying the economically optimum planning solution
- Assist in the implementation of Value Engineering techniques by doing cost studies of alternative design solutions, structural forms, materials and method statements to achieve the best value for money
- Provide timely cost advice to architects, engineers and the project team so that design development remains aligned with budget limits
- Prepare pre-tender estimates, internal pricing benchmarks and tender comparison schedules, including arithmetic checks, rate analysis, scope comparison and identification of pricing gaps or exclusions
- Support procurement planning by developing cost-based work-package strategies, evaluating market capacity and providing commercial input for sourcing decisions
- Maintain a current cost database covering materials, labour, plant, specialist trades and supplier quotations, with clear records of sources, assumptions and applicable dates
Required Skills
- Strong cost estimation, cost planning and value engineering skills
- Experience in tender evaluation and procurement planning
- Ability to work with architects, engineers and project teams
Salary & Benefits
The advertisement does not mention the salary or benefits.
How to Apply
Send your comprehensive resume with a recent photograph, along with names and contact details of two non-related referees, to the Head of Human Resources, Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC, #18, East Tower, World Trade Center, Colombo 01, within 10 days of the advertisement. Alternatively, email careers@orcl.lk. Mention the position applied for in the top left corner of the envelope or in the subject line of the email.
Important Notes
- Application closing date: 10 November 2026