Senior QS Engineer

Confidential; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Senior QS Engineer to lead cost management across complex construction and infrastructure projects. You will prepare budgets, monitor expenditures, assess claims, and administer contracts (FIDIC) while coordinating with project managers, consultants, and contractors.

A strong background in CostX, Primavera, and Excel is preferred, with MRICS being advantageous for progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or related field.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying or cost engineering.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (FIDIC preferred).
• Experience in cost planning, contract administration and claims management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents for construction projects.
• Manage project costs, monitor expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Evaluate contractor claims, variations, and change orders.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments related to project costs.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Liaise with project managers, consultants, and contractors to align on financial matters.
• Prepare regular financial reports and forecasts for senior management.
• Ensure adherence to local regulations, industry standards, and best practices.

Skills

Cost management

Contract administration

Claims management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Eng

MRICS (advantage)

Tools

CostX

Primavera

Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior QS Engineer to join a dynamic team delivering high-impact construction and infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a professional who excels in cost management, contract administration, and project financial control, and who can contribute strategically across the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents for construction projects
• Manage project costs, including monitoring expenditures and identifying cost-saving opportunities
• Evaluate contractor claims, variations, and change orders
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments related to project costs
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions
• Liaise with project managers, consultants, and contractors to ensure alignment on financial matters
• Prepare regular financial reports and forecasts for senior management
• Ensure adherence to local regulations, industry standards, and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 8–12 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying or cost engineering
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (FIDIC preferred)
• Proven experience in cost planning, contract administration, and claims management
• Proficiency in relevant software tools (e.g., CostX, Primavera, Excel)
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Professional certification (e.g., MRICS) is an advantage