Senior Quantity Surveyor – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Position
We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented
Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team in
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive quantity surveying and commercial support throughout the project lifecycle, from
pre-contract tendering and cost planning through post-contract cost control, valuation, variations, claims, and final accounts.
This position requires strong technical and commercial knowledge, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage quantity surveying activities for assigned projects having knowledge in Civil & MEP.
- Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BOQs), quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and pricing schedules in the formats of POMI, NRM 2, CESMM, SMM 7 & CSI.
- Sound Knowledge in Contracts (FIDIC,
- Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and scope of works.
- Prepare cost plans, budgets, and commercial reports including Monthly Cost Reports.
- Review and evaluate contractor and subcontractor quotations and preparing analytical comparison reports.
- Assist with tender analysis, commercial evaluations, and recommendations with proper Reports.
- Manage and evaluate variations, claims, extensions of time, and contractual entitlements with having sound knowledge in FIDIC and Bespoke Contracts.
- Review and certify interim payment applications and payment certificates.
- Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and identify cost deviations.
- Prepare cost forecasts and provide regular commercial updates to management.
- Review and negotiate subcontractor and supplier accounts.
- Prepare and agree Statement at Completion and final accounts.
- Maintain accurate records of project costs, variations, claims, and commercial correspondence.
- Coordinate with design, engineering, project management, and procurement teams to identify potential cost impacts.
- Ensure commercial activities are carried out in accordance with the relevant contract conditions and project requirements.
- Provide commercial advice and support to project management and senior management.
- Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
- Ensure all commercial documentation is properly maintained and submitted within the required timelines.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
- .Minimum 8+ years of relevant professional experience in quantity surveying and commercial management
- .Proven experience working on building, infrastructure, industrial, or major construction projects
- .Previous experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC is highly preferred
- .Strong experience in both pre-contract and post-contract quantity surveying
- .Good understanding of construction contracts, commercial procedures, and project cost management
- .Strong knowledge of BOQ preparation, measurement, valuation, variations, claims, and final accounts
- .Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and quantity surveying/commercial software
- .Strong analytical, numerical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- .Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- .Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- .Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
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Preferred Skill
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- Experience with major engineering consultancy or construction project
- s.Familiarity with FIDIC and other standard forms of construction contract
- s.Knowledge of Saudi Arabian construction practices and commercial procedure
- s.Experience in reviewing contractual and commercial risk
- s.Membership or professional certification with a recognized quantity surveying or construction organization is an advantag
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