Quantity Surveyor (Contracts Admin) - Saudi National

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Rail & Mobility (Saudi National) to support cost management on rail projects across Saudi Arabia. You will assist with BOQs, valuations, contract administration, and cost reporting, collaborating with engineering and procurement teams.

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years in quantity surveying or related fields, a relevant bachelor's degree, strong numerical and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Saudi National
• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field
• 0–3 years of experience in quantity surveying, commercial management, cost management, or contract administration
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Basic understanding of quantity surveying principles, contract administration, and construction commercial practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• High integrity and professionalism

Responsibilities

• Support administration of construction contracts (FIDIC/EPC) per procedures
• Prepare, review, and track contract correspondence, payments, certificates, variations, and notices
• Maintain contract registers, logs, and document control for commercial matters
• Perform quantity take-offs from drawings, BIM models, and specs for rail systems and civil works
• Assist in preparing BOQs, pricing schedules, quantity summaries, valuations, and final accounts
• Assist in project cost reports, forecasts, cash flows, and commercial performance reports
• Monitor budgets, committed costs, anticipated final costs, and benchmarking
• Identify, record, and value contract variations and changes in scope
• Support claims preparation with cost and schedule records
• Prepare tender documentation (BOQs, pricing, terms)
• Support tender evaluations, subcontract administration, payment reviews, and contractor performance
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, construction, procurement, and finance teams for reporting
• Ensure compliance with procedures, regulations, and HSEQ requirements
• Participate in commercial meetings and prepare minutes
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Excel

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Job Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Rail & Mobility ( Saudi National ) to join our team! In this role you will get to support the commercial and contract management of rail and mobility projects across Saudi Arabia by assisting with measurement, valuation, contract administration, cost management, and procurement activities. This position provides an excellent opportunity for Saudi graduates and early-career professionals to develop their careers in quantity surveying, commercial management, and contract administration within major transportation infrastructure projects.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the administration of construction contracts, including FIDIC and EPC/Design-Build contracts, in accordance with company procedures and project requirements.

• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and tracking contract correspondence, payment applications, certificates, variations, change orders, RFIs, and contractual notices.

• Maintain contract registers, commercial logs, and document control systems for commercial and contractual matters.

• Perform quantity take-offs and measurements from engineering drawings, BIM models, and specifications for rail systems, stations, depots, civil works, utilities, and related infrastructure.

• Assist in preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQs), pricing schedules, quantity summaries, interim valuations, and final accounts.

• Support the preparation of project cost reports, forecasts, cash flow projections, and commercial performance reports.

• Monitor project budgets, committed costs, anticipated final costs, and contribute to cost benchmarking activities.

• Assist in identifying, recording, and valuing contract variations and changes in scope.

• Support claims preparation by maintaining technical and commercial records related to cost and schedule impacts.

• Assist in preparing tender documentation, including Bills of Quantities, pricing schedules, and commercial conditions.

• Support tender evaluations, subcontract administration, payment reviews, and contractor performance monitoring.

• Coordinate with engineering, planning, construction, procurement, and finance teams to obtain information required for accurate commercial reporting.

• Ensure compliance with company procedures, contractual obligations, Saudi regulations, and health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

• Participate in internal and external commercial meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and follow up on assigned actions.

• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Saudi National.

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

• 0–3 years of experience in quantity surveying, commercial management, cost management, or contract administration, preferably within infrastructure or construction projects.

• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Basic understanding of quantity surveying principles, contract administration, and construction commercial practices.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and meet project deadlines.

• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to quality.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Internship or project experience within rail, metro, light rail, highways, or other transport and mobility projects.

• Familiarity with FIDIC or other standard forms of construction contracts.

• Basic knowledge of cost estimating, quantity measurement standards, and preparation of Bills of Quantities.

• Exposure to BIM-based quantity take-off software or commercial cost management tools.

• Understanding of procurement processes and subcontract administration.

• Knowledge of commercial reporting, cost control, and change management principles.

• Experience working on infrastructure or transportation projects.

• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal communication skills.

• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

• Ability to contribute effectively within a collaborative project environment.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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