Senior Quantity Surveyor

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the financial and contractual aspects of large-scale construction projects in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have 3–10 years of experience in quantity surveying, with a degree in the field. Responsibilities include preparing cost estimates, managing budgets, and mentoring teams, while coordinating with engineers and stakeholders to ensure project success. Proficiency in QS software and strong analytical skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–10 years of experience in quantity surveying for civil, MEP or modular construction.
• Proficiency with QS software, AutoCAD, MS Office and project management tools.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills (English and Arabic preferred).

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for all project stages.
• Managing project budgets and financial planning.
• Mentoring junior surveyors and leading estimation teams.
• Coordinating with architects, engineers, and stakeholders on cost-related queries.
• Compiling financial reports and recommending cost-optimisation strategies.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budget management

Contract administration

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

QS software

AutoCAD

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Saudi Arabia

We are recruiting a senior Quantity Surveyor to manage financial and contractual aspects of construction projects. The role spans airfield/airport, MEP, modular buildings, and large‑scale civil works. Core responsibilities include:

• Preparing detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities and cost plans for all project stages.
• Managing project budgets, financial planning, cost control, procurement and contract administration.
• Supporting value engineering, tendering, and ensuring compliance with design specifications and client requirements.
• Mentoring junior surveyors, leading estimation teams and maintaining cost data accuracy.
• Co‑ordinating with architects, engineers and stakeholders (including clients such as SABIC and ARAMCO) to resolve cost‑related queries.
• Compiling financial reports, ensuring policy compliance and recommending cost‑optimisation strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil or related discipline.
• Minimum 3–10 years of experience in quantity surveying for civil, MEP or modular construction.
• Proficiency with QS software, AutoCAD, MS Office and project management tools.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills (English and Arabic preferred).
• Experience in contract compliance, risk assessment and value engineering.

Location

• Dammam/Khobar/Eastern Province – Saudi Arabia

Employer

• Confidential Company (5–10 years of experience).
• Discomb Group (3–10 years of experience).
• Archirodon Construction (Overseas) Company Limited.

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