Senior Quantity Surveyor

SJ Group; Jeddah, Makkah Al Mukarramah; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major aviation project in Jeddah. The role involves cost management and contract administration throughout project stages. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have over 15 years of relevant experience in large-scale projects. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a high-impact infrastructure initiative in a vibrant location.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in quantity surveying and cost management on large-scale infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC and standard forms of contract.
• Experience in PMC or client-representative capacity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost planning, estimating, and value engineering for the project.
• Lead review and assessment of contractor payment applications and claims.
• Ensure compliance with project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Cost Control

Contract Administration

Commercial Management

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying

Civil Engineering or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QS software (CCS, Candy)

Job description

About Surbana Jurong

Surbana Jurong (SJ) is a leading global urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting firm, driven by a vision to build cities and shape lives. Headquartered in Singapore, SJ is a diverse collective of experts delivering sustainable and high-impact solutions across the built environment.

The Role

As part of the Programme Management Consultancy (PMC) team for a major aviation project in Jeddah, the Senior Quantity Surveyor (Senior QS Engineer) will be responsible for managing cost control, contract administration, and commercial management across all project stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cost planning, estimating, and value engineering during all phases of the project.
• Lead the review and assessment of contractor payment applications, variations, and claims.
• Support contract administration including procurement support, tender evaluations, and contractual correspondence.
• Ensure commercial compliance with project budgets, schedules, and reporting requirements.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in quantity surveying and cost management on large-scale infrastructure or aviation projects.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC and other standard forms of contract.
• Experience working in a PMC or client-representative capacity is preferred.

Key Knowledge and Skills

• Solid expertise in pre- and post-contract QS activities including cost control, claims management, and contract interpretation.
• Proficiency in cost estimating tools, Microsoft Excel, and QS software such as CCS, Candy, or similar.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and negotiation skills.

How to Apply

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