Job Advertisement for MEP Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: MEP Quantity Surveyor

Location: Kigali, Rwanda 

Company: Shelter Group Africa 

Industry: Construction and Real Estate Development 

Reports to: Commercial Lead

Company Overview:

Shelter Group Africa is a leading international construction and real estate company with a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects across the globe. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability in all our ventures. Visit our website for more information.

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Kigali, Rwanda. The MEP Quantity Surveyor is tasked with managing the commercial and quantity surveying aspects of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) works during both the tender and project execution phases. The role supports accurate cost estimation, budgeting, contract administration, and cost control to ensure projects are delivered within budget and contractual requirements. Working closely with engineering, procurement, finance, and project teams, the position ensures alignment between tender assumptions, procurement, and project cost performance while maintaining accurate financial tracking and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• produce detailed MEP cost estimates and quantity take-offs during the tender phase, including BOQs, rate build-ups, and pricing strategies.
• Analyze tender documents to detect commercial risks, gaps, and opportunities, and assist tender clarifications and negotiations.
• organize supplier and subcontractor quotations and assist bid preparation and submission.
• evaluate tender handover information and produce project budgets aligned with approved tender and WBS structure.
• track MEP project costs, commitments, and forecasts, ensuring alignment with project budgets and contractual requirements.
• Perform measurement and quantification of MEP works, preparing BOQs, measurement sheets, and quantity reconciliations.
• assist procurement and subcontract management, including tender evaluations, award recommendations, and subcontractor payment reviews.
• oversee variations, claims, and contractual documentation related to MEP scope.
• keep disciplined use of the cost control system and ERP platform (AX/D365) for budget tracking, cost coding, and financial reporting.
• produce commercial reports and cost analysis, highlighting variances, risks, and opportunities for cost optimization and value engineering..

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in MEP quantity surveying and commercial management.
• Strong knowledge of BOQs, cost estimation, and MEP systems.
• Experience with ERP systems (AX/D365) and cost control tools.
• Good understanding of contract conditions (FIDIC preferred).
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Work Conditions:

• Project / Office-Based Role / Regular Site Exposure
• Based in Rwanda / project site, as applicable.
• Frequent coordination with project management, engineering, procurement, finance, subcontractors, clients, and management.
• Required availability for monthly reporting cycles, tendering activities, commercial reviews, site visits, and change / claim follow-up as needed.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Open Ended Employment
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing international company.
• A supportive, and collaborative work environment.

*Application Process:

• Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on email: uwamahoro@shelter.co and k.akanyange@shelter.co
• Application Deadline: 24th April 2026
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

*Shelter Group Africa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees*.