Quantity Surveyor Manager

Dar Al Riyadh Consultants; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering consulting firm in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead and manage all commercial activities for projects. The ideal candidate will establish budgets, review contractor payments, and ensure compliance with regulations. A Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering and at least 15 years of experience, particularly in infrastructure projects, are essential. Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts is required, along with excellent stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in quantity surveying, particularly in infrastructure and road projects.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and cost management practices.
• Experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all quantity surveying and commercial activities for the project.
• Establish and control project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts.
• Review and certify contractor interim payments, variations, and final accounts.

Skills

Cost reporting

Claims management

Contract administration

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all quantity surveying and commercial activities for the project
• Establish and control project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts
• Review and certify contractor interim payments, variations, and final accounts
• Manage claims, change management, and commercial risk assessment
• Ensure compliance with contract conditions, project specifications, and PMC procedures
• Provide commercial input during tender evaluation, contract award, and negotiations
• Monitor project costs and report on cost performance, forecasts, and variances
• Coordinate closely with project controls, engineering, and construction teams
• Support dispute resolution, contractual correspondence, and commercial reporting
• Mentor and supervise junior QS and commercial staff
• Lead the preparation and review of Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates
• Establish and maintain commercial controls, procedures, and reporting standards
• Review contractor submissions related to cost, procurement, and subcontracting
• Evaluate and recommend approval of variation orders and change requests
• Ensure timely preparation of monthly cost reports and executive summaries
• Monitor contractual compliance and advise the project team on commercial matters
• Participate in progress meetings and provide commercial status updates
• Support value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs
• Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks proactively
• Coordinate with legal and contracts teams on claims and dispute avoidance
• Ensure accurate record-keeping for all commercial and contractual documentation
• Assist in project close‑out, including final account settlement and cost reconciliation

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related discipline
• Minimum 15 years of experience, with strong exposure to infrastructure and road projects
• Previous experience working with PMC or consultant organizations
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and cost management practices
• Excellent skills in cost reporting, claims management, and contract administration
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC projects is preferred