QS Engineer

Job description:

About Alfanar Projects

Since 1976, we've grown and diversified our business to meet the evolving needs of a changing world. Alfanar Projects is an integrated global project developer and engineering, construction, and technology solutions provider, with a robust portfolio of landmark EPC projects across the energy, water, and infrastructure sectors.

From Saudi Arabia to the rest of the world, we work closely with governments, utilities, and strategic partners to deliver large-scale projects that support national development plans and long-term visions. Our work plays a vital role in power infrastructure expansion, grid reliability, and sustainable development across multiple countries.

At the heart of our success are more than 10,000 professionalsdiverse, skilled, and united by purposecommitted to delivering high-impact solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.

Role Overview

We are seeking a qualified and commercially driven QS Engineer (Civil) to join our expanding team. The role will support EPC mega-scale projects, including substations and electrical construction projects, with a strong focus on cost management, commercial contract review, and financial control throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and BOQ preparation for civil works related to substations and electrical infrastructure

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and cash flow forecasts for EPC projects

• Support commercial contract review, including scope alignment, pricing structures, and contractual obligations

• Administer contracts in coordination with project and commercial teams, ensuring compliance with EPC and FIDIC conditions

• Monitor project cost control, variations, claims, and change orders across large-scale construction packages

• Support tendering and procurement activities, including subcontractor evaluations, commercial comparisons, and negotiations

• Coordinate with engineering disciplines (civil, electrical, mechanical) to ensure quantities reflect approved IFC drawings

• Prepare and maintain cost reports, variation logs, and financial dashboards for internal and client stakeholders

• Support preparation of interim payment certificates, final accounts, and commercial close-out documentation

• Contribute to risk identification and mitigation from a commercial and cost perspective

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

• Minimum 5 years of experience in quantity surveying, cost control, or commercial roles within EPC or large-scale construction projects

• Strong exposure to EPC project environments, preferably in substations, power, or electrical infrastructure projects

• High proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and QS software

• Strong ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings

• Solid understanding of commercial contracts and cost management principles (FIDIC experience is a strong advantage)

• Familiarity with Revit or Civil 3D is preferred

• Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

• Ability to work across mega-scale, fast-paced project environments

Profile description:

Alfanar is a Saudi company with an international presence, primarily engaged in the manufacturing and trading of a wide variety of low, medium, and high voltage electrical products, in addition to its portfolio of conventional and renewable energy solutions, oil and gas, water treatment, infrastructure, technical services, and digital solutions.

The hub of alfanar's manufacturing operations is Medinet alfanar Alsinaiya, a 700,000 square-meter complex located in Riyadh. The complex houses an array of ultra-modern manufacturing facilities and laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and staffed with highly skilled professionals.

alfanar derives its success from its commitment to providing the highest quality standards to its customers, and the continuous development of its human capital, who alfanar considers its most valuable asset. With this in mind, alfanar promotes a proactive work environment where its employees are always valued, nurtured, and empowered to fuel their pride in being part of alfanar.

For more information about alfanar, please visit alfanar.com