Quantity Surveyor Civil

The primary purpose of the Sr. Civil Engineer, Quantity Surveying, is to serve as a main contractor’s representative on PIF mega projects. The individual will safeguard the company's interests by reviewing, analyzing, and managing contracts related to complex construction projects.

Key Accountabilities:

Contract Management:

• Prepare and manage payment terms in subcontracts, purchase orders, and service agreements.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure adherence to contractual requirements and milestones.
• Create variations/change proposals and participate in cost-impact and risk analysis evaluations.
• Oversee vendor contract payments until retention monies are released according to terms and conditions.
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate claims related to time and cost, extensions of time (EOT), disruption, and additional payments.
• Prepare and manage interim payment applications for main/subcontractors, ensuring financial control and timely payments.
• Generate financial progress reports, claims, and change logs to maintain clear project documentation.
• Implement Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) when necessary.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards, methods of measurements, and codes (e.g., POMI, NRM, RSMeans).
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, machinery, and overheads.
• Analyze project drawings and specifications to forecast accurate costs.
• Participate in value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining project quality.

Computer Software:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Excel.
• Familiarity with Revit and other BIM programs.

Managing People:

• Lead a team of quantity surveyors, ensuring timely task completion both on and off-site.
• Utilize technology for task management and reporting.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills for meetings and management reporting.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Knowledge and Experience:

• 12 years of experience, with at least 8 years in commercial and contracts management, demonstrating success in these areas.
• Proven experience as a Main Contractor is essential.
• In-depth knowledge of international methods of measurement is required.
• Familiarity with FIDIC forms of contracts is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of construction project quantification and costing.
• Comprehensive awareness of all aspects of construction project management, from inception to completion.
• Arabic language proficiency is required.
• Very good command of English is essential.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Certifications in Commercial Management and Cost Management are advantageous.

Employment Type: Full Time

Company Industry: Construction, Civil Engineering

Keywords: Quantity Surveying, QS, BOQ Preparation, Estimation Engineering