Job Application –Contract Administrator / Quantity Surveyor (Senior / Managerial Position) - UAE
Dear Sir / Madam,
I am holding a Master Degree (MSc.) in Construction Contract Managementand Bachelor Degree (BSc.) in Building Construction Management. In terms of professional certifications, I am a Corporate Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB), the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS),the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb) and Certified Cost Consultant (CCC) received from The Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering International.
With regards to my 10 years professional experience as a Quantity Surveyor and Contract Administrator, I have been involving in pre and post contracts such as procurement and tendering, measurement and estimation, contract administration, cost management, disputes resolution and account finalisation. Additionally, I have 2 and a half years experience leading a team of quantity surveyors who was under my guidance and supervision from the beginning of the project until post construction stage.
In conclusion, I consider myself as a confident and competent professional. Certainly, my blended ofworking experience and professional recognition are the best prove to that. With my strong foundation and knowledge in cost, contract and construction management, it will surely in assisting the Client to move forward into a higher level in terms of their performance and reputation among the competitors.
I am looking forward to discuss with you the opportunities and may we have a fruitful discussion in future towards the greater expansion for the Client.
Best regards,
Chin Kean Voon
BSc.(Hons), MSc.CCM,
MCIOB, MRICS, MCIArb, CCC
Mobile no.: 00971 50 2388296
Email:
Chin Kean Voon
Updated CV – 2012
Address (Permanent) / : / 734, KampungTasekPermai, Ampang 68000, Selangor, MalaysiaCurrent Location / : / Abu Dhabi, UAE
Mobile No. / : / +971 50 2388296 (UAE mobile no.)
Personal Particulars
Age / : / 32 years / Date of Birth / : / 01 Aug 1980
Nationality / : / Malaysia / Gender / : / Male
Marital Status / : / Single / IC No. / : / 800801-14-5003
Educational Background
Highest Education
Level / : / Master Degree (MSc) / Grade / : / Pass
Major / : / Construction Contract Management / Graduation Date / : / 2010
Institute / University / : / University Technology Malaysia
2nd Highest Education
Level / : / Bachelor Degree (BSc) / Grade / : / 2nd Class Upper (Hons)
Major / : / Building Construction Management
Institute / University / : / Sheffield Hallam University (UK)
Graduation Date / : / 2004
Professional Certification
Current / Year Obtained
- Member of The Chartered Institute of Buildings / Chartered Builder (MCIOB)
- Member of The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb)
- Certified Cost Consultant of The Association for the Cost Engineering (CCC)
- Member of The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors / Chartered Surveyor(MRICS)
Major Achievement for the Pass 3 Years
- Being Chartered Members of the reputable Construction Organisations such as The Chartered Institute of Buildingand The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
- Leading a team of Quantity Surveyors in a Multi Billion Project (Ferrari World) from the construction phase until project successfully handed over to the Client.
- Finalising works packages worth AED 1 billion (approximate USD 270 million) including 600 numbers of claims with the Works Contractors / Client’s Cost Management Team in 6 months.
Vision
- Continue to improve knowledge in all aspect relevant to Built Environment and providing impartial advices to the concerned parties by guiding them towards a right path.
- Achieving Cost Performance Index in terms of budget and cash flow being set by the Employer.
Employment History
1. / Company Name / : / Northcroft Middle East (Cost, Contract, Project Mgt Consultant)
Position Title / : / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administrator
Date Joined / : / Aug 2008 / Date Left / : / Present
Work Description
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- / As a team leader for a multinational company leading a team of QS’
Responsible to all commercial & contractual related issues for the assigned contracts / works packages
- / Reviewing bids / tenders and contract documents.
- / Measuring drawings and preparing bill of quantities with detailed breakdown
- / Site valuation and preparing applications for payment and payment certificates
- / Preparing recommendation reports (shortlisted contractors and suppliers for tender, award of works contractors, variation orders and final accounts) for Client’s approval
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- / Coordinating with works contractors and project team towards finalisation of claims
Assessing Engineer’s Instructions to indentify cost / time impact and preparing notices of claims
- / Negotiating claims with the Contractors towards variation closed out and finalisation of accounts
Project In Charge
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ii. / Ferrari World Abu Dhabi (Theme Park and Retail Mall) at YAS Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE)
Employer Responsibility – Northcroft was appointed by the Client (Project Manager of Ferrari World ) as an in-house cost and contract management consultant.
Type of Contract – FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Construction, for Building & Engineering Works Designed by Employer1999 (Red Book)
Works Packages Involved:–
- Ferrari Building – Piling, Earthwork, Internal Road Works, Space Frame, Roof and Façade;
- Gateway Bridge – Specialist Finishes, Façade;
- Welcome Pavilion – Water Fountain – MEP and Finishes works,
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (3 levels of Podium + Ground Floor + 22 Storey resort hospital)
Employer Responsibility – Northcroft was appointed to provide cost and contract management services for the Main Contractor.
Type of Contract – FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Construction, for Building & Engineering Works Designed by Employer, 1999 (Red Book)
Sub Contracts Involved:– Steel Structural and MEP Works
Current Status – Construction Stage
2. / Company Name / : / SDB Properties (Developer)
Position Title / : / Contract Administrator / Project Quantity Surveyor
Date Joined / : / Nov 2005 / Date Left / : / July 2008
Work Description
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- / Acting as a Project QS and Contract Administrator to manage and monitor Tender Process, Contract, Project Budget, Claims, Disputes and Variations towards accounts finalisation.
Preparing project budget and monthly forecast of project cost
- / Reviewing draft tender documents and tender reports provided by the Consultant
- / Working closely with project manager and consultants for the changes of works which constitute variation and issue RFV (Request for variation)
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- / Participating site meetings and client coordination and responding the cost / contractual issues
Negotiating Consultancy Fees with the decision makers of the Consultant Firms
- / Liaising with consultants for the changes and issuing site instructions
- / Site valuation with consultant, site staff and contactors
- / Preparing claims and final accounts for contractors
Project In-charge
i. / 20trees (Malaysia) - Mixed Development consisting of 11 blocks of mid and high rise apartments (between 7 – 32 storey), 125 units of luxurious landed properties and a club house. (In-charge start from design development until hand-over stage of Phase 1)
ii. / Ameera (Malaysia) – 2 blocks, 22 storey luxurious condominium and 1 block, 7 storey mid-rise apartment (In-charge from design until tenders award stage)
3. / Company Name / : / BS Consult (Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant Firm)
Position Title / : / Quantity Surveyor / Project Quantity Surveyor
Date Joined / : / Jan 2004 / Date Left / : / Nov 2005
Jan 2002 (Part Time Basis)
Work Description
- / Preparing tender estimate and measurement as well as assisting on preparation of project cost plan
- / Site visit and organising discussion with the Quantity Surveyors of the Clients and the Contractors from time to time to ensure the valuation of the progress and claims has been resolved efficiently
- / Assessing progress on site and recommending payment for the Architect to the Contractors
- / Assessing claims / cost proposals submitted by the Contractors as well as providing estimations for the works instructed by the Client concerning design change
- / Attending site meetings and responding on all commercial and contract related issue
Projects Involved
i. / Site clearance, earthworks and construction of retaining structures (2002 - 2004)
ii. / Earthworks and main drain (2003 - 2004)
iii. / Design & Build 2 Blocks Condominium, with various facilities for a Resort Development (2003 - 2005)
iv. / Operation & Maintenance of pump house (2002 - 2005)
v. / Main infrastructure (road and drainage, water reticulation and sewerage works retaining wall)
vi. / Road Works and Highway including M&E infrastructure at Precinct 6 and Precinct 8 (2004 - 2005)
Other Skills
Skill / Proficiency
MS Word, Excel, Project, Power Point / Advanced
AutoCAD / Intermediate
Languages
Language - Proficiency (0=Poor - 10=Excellent) / Spoken / Written
English / 8 / 8
Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese) / 9 / 8
Bahasa Malaysia / 9 / 8
Expected Salary and Notice Period
Expected Monthly Salary / : / AED42,000 per month (within UAE)
Notice Period / : / 6 - 8 weeks upon confirmation received from the Employer