Quantity Survey Engineer (Estimation)

AHK Contracting; Manama; On-site; BHD 16,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

AHK Contracting is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage cost estimation, BOQ, and cost plans on civil projects in Bahrain. You will price variations, monitor costs, and prepare monthly commercial reports in collaboration with procurement and site teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or QS, 3–5 years' experience, strong MS Excel skills, and fluency in English and Hindi. GCC contracts knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and cost plans based on architectural and structural drawings.
• Carry out quantity take-offs and measurements for civil works, with a basic understanding of MEP quantities.
• Analyze material prices, labor rates, and subcontractor quotations to support accurate project costing.
• Assist with procurement activities, vendor negotiations, and commercial evaluations.
• Support the administration of main contracts and subcontracts, with a good understanding of GCC contract conditions.
• Conduct site measurements and prepare valuations for completed works and interim payment applications.
• Evaluate and price variations, change orders, and site instructions.
• Monitor project costs, expenditures, and cost reconciliation, including the preparation of cash flow forecasts.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports, final accounts, and claim assessments for management review.
• Read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings and specifications to determine accurate quantities.
• Utilize quantity take-off and measurement software, along with MS Excel, for cost analysis and project tracking.

Job description

Job Description

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and cost plans based on architectural and structural drawings.
• Carry out quantity take-offs and measurements for civil works, with a basic understanding of MEP quantities.
• Analyze material prices, labor rates, and subcontractor quotations to support accurate project costing.
• Assist with procurement activities, vendor negotiations, and commercial evaluations.
• Support the administration of main contracts and subcontracts, with a good understanding of GCC contract conditions.
• Conduct site measurements and prepare valuations for completed works and interim payment applications.
• Evaluate and price variations, change orders, and site instructions.
• Monitor project costs, expenditures, and cost reconciliation, including the preparation of cash flow forecasts.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports, final accounts, and claim assessments for management review.
• Read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings and specifications to determine accurate quantities.
• Utilize quantity take-off and measurement software, along with MS Excel, for cost analysis and project tracking.

Job Specification

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar Quantity Surveying / QS Engineer role.
• Good knowledge of civil construction, with a basic understanding of MEP quantities.
• Good understanding of GCC construction contracts and commercial practices.
• Good command of English and Hindi, both spoken and written.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with quantity surveying / quantity take-off software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and commercial skills.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with project, procurement, and site teams.