MECHANICAL ENGINEER, QUANTITY SURVEYING

alfanar Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Riyadh is seeking a QS Mechanical Engineer to handle quantity surveying tasks related to mechanical works in construction projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in the field. Responsibilities include preparing accurate BOQs, cost estimates, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic engineering environment with a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, materials, and construction practices.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage quantity surveying tasks for mechanical works in construction projects.
• Prepare accurate BOQs, material take-offs, and cost estimates for mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with various teams to validate quantities and costs.

Skills

Cost Estimating

Construction Engineering

Procurement

Reporting

Education

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

QS software

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID: 22113

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:

• Real estate development
• Façade cladding, glazing systems and architectural aluminum products
• Precast concrete products and architectural elements

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced QS Mechanical Engineer to manage all quantity surveying tasks related to mechanical works in construction projects. The role focuses on accurate BOQ preparation, cost estimation, and ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.

Key Accountability Areas

• Review tender documents, drawings, and specifications for mechanical scope of works.
• Prepare accurate BOQs, material take-offs, and cost estimates for mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, piping, etc.).
• Coordinate with tendering, procurement, and site teams to validate quantities and costs.
• Identify risks, variations, and cost impacts, and recommend solutions.
• Maintain updated reports, records, and cost documentation.
• Ensure compliance with mechanical standards, codes, and project requirements.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, materials, and construction practices.
• Proficiency in QS software and MS Office.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

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 escalate 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 Mechanical Engineering

Work Experience

5 to 10 Years

Technical / Functional Competencies

• Cost Estimating
• Construction Engineering
• Procurement
• Reporting