EITHU AUNG
Quantity Surveyor/ Cost Engineer/Manager
S'pore
Summary
With a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Postgraduate Certificate in Project Management from the University of Liverpool, UK, I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in the same field at the same university. I bring over a decade of expertise in Quantity Surveying, specializing in the management of construction projects, particularly in contractual and financial aspects, driving cost-saving measures, and ensuring timely, budget-compliant project delivery without compromising quality. Dedicated to fulfilling stakeholder expectations and achieving successful project outcomes, I leverage strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with clients and subcontractors. Fluent in English and Mandarin, with native proficiency in Myanmar, I thrive in diverse, multicultural environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
QS Engineer
Presto Universal Pte Ltd
10.2024 - Current
- Delivering projects on budget while ensuring high quality.
- Prepare detailed project estimates, analyze costs, and implement budget controls to ensure financial efficiency.
- Oversee the tendering process, including documentation preparation and submissions.
- Conduct internal and external pricing assessments following tender submissions.
- Estimate project budgets, perform accurate quantity take-offs, and monitor cost quantities throughout the project lifecycle.
- Generate purchase orders, support job workflows, and ensure accurate, timely quantity take-offs.
- Liaise with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
- Attend project meetings and tender interviews, providing insights and support for decision-making processes.
- Projects: Presto's Team provides high-quality interior and architectural services throughout Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia, and Australia. Our job includes managing luxury stores like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Ferragamo, Loewe, and Burberry. The team works details from painting, door repairs, floor polishing, carpet cleaning, and AC service to large-scale reinstatement and preventative maintenance projects.
QS Engineer
ZH Builders PTE LTD
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Delivering projects on budget while ensuring high quality.
- Prepare detailed project estimates, analyze costs, and implement budget controls to ensure financial efficiency.
- Oversee the tendering process, including documentation preparation and submissions.
- Conduct internal and external pricing assessments following tender submissions.
- Estimate project budgets, perform accurate quantity take-offs, and monitor cost quantities throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage interim claims, handle variation orders, and respond to subcontractor payment submissions.
- Source, compare, and negotiate quotations; research and evaluate suppliers and subcontractors for optimal project outcomes.
- Conduct site visits and measurements to manage and assess subcontractor accounts.
- Generate purchase orders, support job workflows, and ensure accurate, timely quantity take-offs.
- Liaise with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
- Attend project meetings and tender interviews, providing insights and support for decision-making processes.
- Projects: landed house project island-wide in Singapore
QS Engineer
CONSTRÜKT PTE LTD
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Delivering projects on budget while ensuring high quality.
- Tendering
- Estimating the budget of project and Quantities taking off.
- Submission of Interim Progress Claim and Variation Order
- Collection of Quotation, Comparison ,Negotiation and Award
- Establish cost Construction Quantities take off from ongoing Projects
- Produce Purchase orders and quantity take-offs in a timely manner
- Analyse sub-contractor VO Quotation, compare& negotiate Reasonable price.
- Research Suppliers, Sub-cons
- Assist in Workflow of jobs in production
- Liaise with Sub-contractors, third party,Suppliers and other relevant personnel for quotations
- Prepare daily quotations for term contract Jobs.
- Attend project meetings and tender interviews, providing insights and support for decision-making processes.
- Travel from the office to various project sites as required.
- Projects: Numerous landed house projects island-wide in Singapore, including those with swimming pools, basements, and related foundation structures such as ERSS (Earth Retaining and Stabilizing Systems), piling, and mat foundations, Metal Works, Maintenance Term contract Civil works.
QS Engineer (Planning Department)
China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation CO., LTD
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Implemented effective cost control measures, ensuring projects stayed within budget through financial analysis and adjustments.
- Managed communication and coordination with subcontractors, authorities, consultants, and suppliers to ensure accurate quotations and project execution.
- Performed detailed quantity take-offs for precise cost estimation and budgeting.
- Submitted interim progress claims and variation orders, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Certified subcontractor progress payments, ensuring financial accuracy and transparency.
- Collected, compared, and negotiated quotations, ensuring cost-effective subcontractor solutions.
- Analyzed subcontractor variation order quotations, securing fair and reasonable pricing.
- Handled pre and post-tender contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms for the company.
- Administered and monitored contracts, maintaining compliance with project requirements and timelines.
- Projects: Korea-Myanmar Friendship (Dala) Bridge Construction Project – Yangon, Myanmar
Civil Engineer Cum Assistant Engineer
New World Development Co., Ltd.
01.2016 - 02.2021
- Preparation and submission of drawings to the related authority for building permit approval, ensuring compliance with industry legislation and requirements.
- Managed presentations and interactions with authorities, engineers, clients, and consultants, while attending site meetings and inspections to ensure project progress and effective stakeholder communication.
- Interpreted construction drawings and performed necessary measurements.
- Established cost construction quantities, collected, compared, and negotiated quotations for project procurement.
- Reviewed and analyzed project contracts to ensure clarity and fairness in terms and conditions.
- Certified subcontractor progress payments, ensuring financial accuracy and transparency.
- Collected, compared, and negotiated quotations, ensuring cost-effective subcontractor solutions
- Managed subcontractor payments and final accounts to ensure financial accuracy and project budget adherence.
- Monitored project expenses, ensured compliance with budget constraints, and implemented cost control measures.
- Projects: Magical World Residential Project: High-rise residential investment in Yangon, Myanmar (USD 80 million)
- East Race Course High-Rise: Hotel and residential project in Yangon, Myanmar (USD 95 million)
Site Engineer Cum Drafter
Current Creation Power Construction
12.2013 - 11.2015
- Managed direct labour allocation, including overtime, and monitored preliminary cost budgets to ensure project costs stayed within approved limits.
- Assisted the Project Manager in resolving site issues and ensuring compliance with client expectations, authority standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensured quality delivery of projects by meeting client expectations and adhering to regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with the team to address construction issues.
- Conducted material take-offs for ongoing sites and issued purchase orders.
Education
Studies Master of Project Management -
University of Liverpool
UK10.2026
Project Management
University of Liverpool
UK 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil
Technological University
Meikhtila10.2013
Bachelor of Technology - Civil
Government Technical Institute
Kyaukpadaung10.2012
Skills
Communication Skills
Interests
Gym, Swimming, Playing Guitar, Reading, Learning the News
Availability
Within one Month
Timeline
QS Engineer
Presto Universal Pte Ltd
10.2024 - Current
QS Engineer
ZH Builders PTE LTD
06.2024 - 10.2024
QS Engineer
CONSTRÜKT PTE LTD
06.2022 - 05.2024
QS Engineer (Planning Department)
China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation CO., LTD
04.2021 - 05.2022
Civil Engineer Cum Assistant Engineer
New World Development Co., Ltd.
01.2016 - 02.2021
Site Engineer Cum Drafter
Current Creation Power Construction
12.2013 - 11.2015
Project Management
University of Liverpool
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil
Technological University
Bachelor of Technology - Civil
Government Technical Institute
Studies Master of Project Management -
University of Liverpool