The Senior Quantity Surveyor will manage commercial and contractual matters for tunneling projects, with particular emphasis on claims, variations, progress valuations, cost reporting, and final accounts. Candidates should hold a degree in quantity surveying, civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline, with substantial experience in major infrastructure or tunneling projects. Strong knowledge of construction contracts, claims preparation, delay and disruption analysis, measurement, and cost control is expected. The role requires excellent documentation, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, along with proficiency in relevant estimating or project-control software. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and clients while protecting the company’s commercial position and delivering accurate, timely reporting.
Leighton Asia is a major international construction and infrastructure contractor operating across Asia. It is part of the CIMIC Group, one of the region’s leading engineering and construction organizations. The company delivers large-scale projects in areas such as transport infrastructure, tunneling, roads, rail, buildings, water, and civil engineering. Leighton is recognized for managing complex projects in challenging environments and for applying strong systems in safety, quality, sustainability, and commercial management. Its Philippines operations support significant infrastructure development and may involve collaboration with local employees, international specialists, consultants, subcontractors, and government stakeholders. Working for Leighton can provide exposure to technically demanding projects, international construction standards, and structured career development. Conditions, benefits, and employment arrangements vary depending on whether the position is locally hired or offered with an expatriate package.
The Philippines offers strong opportunities in construction, infrastructure, engineering, business services, healthcare, education, tourism, and technology. Major employment centers include Metro Manila, Cebu, Clark, Davao, and large project locations across Luzon and Mindanao. Filipino culture is generally welcoming, family-oriented, English-speaking, and community-focused, with lively festivals and diverse regional traditions. Lifestyle costs are moderate, although housing and traffic in Manila can be challenging. The country offers beaches, mountains, island travel, and a warm tropical climate, but applicants should prepare for rainy seasons and occasional typhoons. Foreign workers normally require an Alien Employment Permit and an appropriate work visa, commonly a 9(g) pre-arranged employment visa; employers usually assist with processing. Local hires do not need work visas. Candidates should confirm salary, accommodation, tax, insurance, rotation, and relocation support before accepting an offer.
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