Quantity Surveyor (Engineer) at Era Projects

Era Projects; Manama; On-site; BHD 8,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Era Projects in Manama, a leading construction company, seeks a qualified Quantity Surveyor to prepare cost estimates, BOQs, and cost plans based on drawings; you will take-off quantities for civil works and have basic MEP understanding.

The role requires 3–5 years QS experience, a Civil Eng or QS degree, proficiency in MS Excel and QS software, GCC contract knowledge, and strong negotiation and communication skills. You will collaborate with project teams on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• 3–5 years of experience in QS/quantity surveying role.
• Good knowledge of civil construction and MEP quantities.
• Understanding GCC contracts and commercial practices.
• Fluent in English and Hindi; strong communication skills.
• Advanced MS Excel and QS software familiarity.
• Strong analytical and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, BOQs, and cost plans from drawings.
• Carry out quantity take-offs for civil works with basic MEP quantities.
• Analyze material prices, labor rates, and subcontractor quotations.
• Assist procurement, vendor negotiations, and commercial evaluations.
• Support main/subcontract administration and GCC contract compliance.
• Conduct site measurements and prepare valuations and payments.
• Evaluate variations and change orders; price site instructions.
• Monitor costs, cash flow forecasts, and project reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports, final accounts, and claims.

Skills

Cost estimation

Quantity surveying

Negotiation

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Tools

MS Excel

Quantity take-off software

Job description

Apply for Quantity Surveyor (Engineer) at Era Projects in Manama, B13, BH. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. A leading construction company in the Kingdom of Bahrain is seeking a locally available, qualified, and experienced Quantity Survey Engineer to join its team.

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.

Qualification & Requirements:

• 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.