Quantity Surveyor

Agility Public Warehousing Company K.S.C.P.; As Sali Municipality; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm based in Saudi Arabia is seeking a cost controller to manage cost planning, budgeting, and procurement for large scale projects. The ideal candidate should have 5-8 years of relevant experience and expertise in cost management principles. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and excellent communication skills are essential. This role offers the opportunity to ensure that projects remain on budget throughout their lifecycle.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 - 8 years’ experience with large scale projects.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of cost management.
• Knowledge of the standard procurement practices.
• University Graduate.

Responsibilities

• Production of cost estimates at concept, scheme and detailed design stage.
• Manage the tender process and prepare a recommendation to the Project Manager.
• Evaluate Subcontractor/Contractor shop drawings against the approved drawings.
• Ensure that the project remains on budget throughout the design and construction phases.
• Prepare, review, and update cash-flows.

Job description

The purpose of this role is to support with cost planning, cost management and procurement across a portfolio of projects.

Your Responsibilities

• Production of cost estimates at concept, scheme and detailed design stage
• Manage the tender process, review and analyze tender returns and prepare a recommendation to the Project Manager
• Work on shop drawings for the project and review the details under the supervision of the PM
• Evaluate Subcontractor/Contractor shop drawings against the approved drawings
• As primary project cost controller, ensure that the project remains on budget throughout the design and construction phases
• Liaise with the separate contract admin team to ensure a robust handover of pre-contract documentation and be available to respond to future queries as needed
• Assess and value progress payments and change requests
• Review and compare scopes of work, production rates, and cost data
• Prepare, review, and update cash-flows
• Estimate variation orders for Subcontractors/Contractors
• Review and evaluate payment certificates for Subcontractors/Contractors
• Evaluate and negotiate variations and change orders in liaison with the PM and Design & Construction Team
• Evaluate and negotiate final accounts settlements

Your Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 - 8 years’ experience with large scale projects.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of cost management.
• Knowledge of the standard procurement practices.
• University Graduate

Your Proficiencies

• Computer literate in all Microsoft applications (spec. Word & Excel), AutoCAD, Adobe Acrobat XI Professional
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and other project team members
• Excellent leadership skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.