ENGINEER, QUANTITY SURVEYING

alfanar Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and manufacturing group located in Saudi Arabia is looking for a professional to manage financial and contractual aspects of construction projects. This role entails cost estimation, budgeting, procurement, and contract management to ensure projects are completed within financial constraints. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Surveying & Mapping Sciences and 5 to 10 years of relevant experience. Strong skills in cost estimation and reporting are required.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in construction project management.
• A strong understanding of cost estimation and budget management is essential.
• Experience in procurement and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial aspects of construction projects from planning to completion.
• Prepare estimates for labor, materials, and overheads.
• Draft and review contracts, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Cost Estimating

Construction Engineering

Procurement

Reporting

Education

Bachelor Degree in Surveying & Mapping Sciences

Job description

Requisition ID: 24480

Job Country: Saudi Arabia (SA)

Job City: Riyadh

Group Overview

Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & development centers and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

alfanar Building Systems

alfanar Construction is classified as a Grade I contractor by the Contractors Classification Committee of the Government of Saudi Arabia.

alfanar Building Systems manufactures and markets a variety of building construction products and systems.

The core manufacturing activities of the industries operating under alfanar Building Systems are:

• Ceramic wall and floor tiles
• Façade cladding, glazing systems and architectural aluminum products
• Precast concrete products and architectural elements
• Office & home furniture and interior décor products

Job Purpose

Manage the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects, from initial planning through to completion. Responsible for cost estimation, budgeting, procurement, contract management, and ensuring that the project is completed within its financial constraints.

Key Accountability Areas

Cost Estimation

• Prepare estimates for labor, materials, and overheads
• Conduct feasibility studies
• Analyze drawings and specs for accurate forecasts

Budget Management

• Monitor and report on budgets
• Recommend cost‑saving measures
• Identify inefficiencies

Contract Administration

• Draft and review contracts
• Ensure contract compliance
• Manage variations and advise on obligations

Procurement

• Oversee procurement of resources
• Evaluate suppliers
• Align purchases with budget and schedule

Measurement and Valuation

• Measure completed work and prepare valuations
• Conduct site visits to verify progress
• Maintain accurate records

Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate financial risks
• Monitor legal, safety, and environmental compliance

Reporting and Documentation

• Provide financial reports
• Maintain records of contracts and payments
• Prepare final accounts

Collaboration and Communication

• Coordinate with project stakeholders
• Resolve cost and contract issues
• Support team alignment

Value Engineering

• Evaluate design options for cost‑efficiency
• Recommend improvements without affecting quality

Cost Control

• Implement cost control strategies
• Update estimates with scope or schedule changes

Role Accountability

HR Proficiency

• Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job
• To have a vision and a plan for the career path and how to achieve it.

Delivery

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem‑Solving

• Solve any related problems arise and elevate any complex operational issues.

Quality

• Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business Process Improvements

• Coordinate well‑defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automations opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance

• Comply to related policy and procedures and work instructions.

Health, Safety, and Environment

• Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high‑quality products/services.

Academic Qualification

Bachelor Degree in Surveying & Mapping Sciences

Work Experience

5 to 10 Years

Technical / Functional Competencies

• Cost Estimating
• Construction Engineering
• Procurement
• Reporting