Senior Quantity Surveyor

WSP in the Middle East; Doha; On-site; QAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP International LLC-Qatar Branch is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the QA GEC Supervision team in Qatar. The role focuses on end-to-end commercial management across GCC projects, with emphasis on EOT, variation, disruption and cost claims; drafting contractual letters and notices; and supporting dispute avoidance in line with FIDIC principles.

Responsibilities include negotiating EOT, preparing disruption/cost claims, administering contracts, drafting notices, and providing

Qualifications

• MRICS accreditation required.
• MMUP Grade A registration.
• Minimum 20+ years of GCC infrastructure experience.
• Extensive knowledge of FIDIC contracts.
• Proven track record in claims management and dispute avoidance.
• Strong analytical and cost-control skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English; Arabic a plus.
• Proficient with industry-standard QS software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, evaluate and negotiate EOT and variation claims.
• Develop and submit disruption and cost claims with documentation.
• Administer contracts per FIDIC and client requirements.
• Draft formal contractual correspondence and notices.
• Analyze project impacts and advise on cost-control.
• Coordinate with project teams to resolve contractual issues.
• Maintain records of claims, variations and actions.
• Assist with progress payment applications and interim valuations.
• Participate in project meetings and advise senior management.
• Ensure adherence to WSP quality and governance standards.

Skills

Contract management

Claims management

Dispute avoidance

Cost control

Analytical skills

English communication

Team leadership

Independent work

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

MS Office

QS software

Job description

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will join WSP International LLC-Qatar Branch within the QA GEC Supervision department . The role is responsible for the end‑to‑end commercial and contractual management of construction projects across the GCC, with a strong emphasis on preparing and evaluating Extension of Time, variation, disruption and cost claims, drafting professional contractual letters and notices, and supporting dispute avoidance and resolution in line with FIDIC contract principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, evaluate and negotiate Extension of Time (EOT) and variation claims.
• Develop and submit disruption and cost claims with supporting documentation.
• Administer contracts, ensuring compliance with FIDIC and client requirements.
• Draft and issue formal contractual correspondence, notices, and letters to clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Analyse project impacts and provide cost‑control recommendations.
• Coordinate with project teams to resolve contractual issues and mitigate disputes.
• Maintain accurate records of claims, variations, and contractual actions.
• Support the preparation of progress payment applications and interim valuations.
• Participate in project meetings and provide commercial advice to senior management.
• Ensure adherence to WSP’s quality and governance standards in all contractual activities.

Qualifications

• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) accreditation.
• Valid MMUP Grade A registration
• Minimum 20+ years of experience in quantity surveying on major infrastructure projects in the GCC.
• Extensive knowledge of FIDIC contract suites and interpretation.
• Proven track record in claims management, dispute avoidance and resolution.
• Strong analytical and cost‑control skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English; Arabic is a plus.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard QS software and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• University degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related field.