Quantity Surveyor

Jacobs; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor with strong pre-contract and post-contract expertise to support major infrastructure projects. You will manage cost planning, procurement, contract administration and final accounts, collaborating with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure commercial success.

The role emphasizes risk management, claims handling and effective commercial delivery across the project lifecycle, with onsite attendance as

Qualifications

• 10+ years total professional experience in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management.
• 4+ years in a recognized engineering consultancy environment.
• Demonstrated pre-contract and post-contract experience on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost planning, procurement, tendering, contract administration and final account management.
• Extensive experience with FIDIC contracts and contract management principles.
• Proven ability to manage variations, claims and commercial negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Contract: prepare cost estimates, cost plans, feasibility studies and budget forecasts; develop procurement strategies and tender documentation; manage tender evaluations; deliver value engineering and cost optimization; support negotiations; collaborate with project teams for commercial planning.
• Post-Contract: administer contracts; review and certify contractor payments and valuations; assess variations, claims and extensions of time; monitor project costs, budgets and cash flow; prepare reports for clients and stakeholders; manage final accounts and close-out; mitigate risks and support dispute avoidance; maintain relationships with clients and contractors.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor with strong pre-contract and post-contract experience in infrastructure construction supervision projects to join our growing team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will provide commercial and contractual support throughout the project lifecycle, from project planning and procurement through to contract administration, final account settlement, and project close-out.

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will support the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects by providing professional quantity surveying, commercial management, and contract administration services. You will work closely with clients, contractors, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective cost control, contractual compliance, risk management, and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Pre-Contract

• Prepare cost estimates, cost plans, feasibility studies, and budget forecasts.
• Develop procurement strategies and prepare tender documentation, including Bills of Quantities (BoQs).
• Manage tender evaluations and provide contract award recommendations.
• Deliver value engineering and cost optimization solutions.
• Support contract negotiations and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure effective commercial planning and project delivery.

Post-Contract

• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Review and certify contractor payment applications and valuations.
• Assess variations, claims, and extension of time submissions.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Prepare commercial and financial reports for clients and project stakeholders.
• Manage final accounts and project close-out activities.
• Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks while supporting dispute avoidance and resolution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of total professional experience in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management.
• Minimum 4 years of experience within a recognized engineering consultancy environment.
• Demonstrated pre-contract and post-contract experience on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost planning, procurement, tendering, contract administration, and final account management.
• Extensive experience with FIDIC contracts and contract management principles.
• Proven ability to manage variations, claims, and commercial negotiations.

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