Senior Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Lead & Risk

Rider Levett Bucknall RLB; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Rider Levett Bucknall invites applications for a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Riyadh. The role focuses on commercial management, cost control and contract administration for complex Saudi projects, with MRICS preferred and a minimum of five years’ experience in QS.

The successful candidate will own multiple workstreams and deliver precise outputs. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasts, variations, cash flow and close-out, as well as maintaining client relationships and high

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar technical discipline
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying, with proven experience at Senior QS level
• Strong knowledge of commercial management and contract administration
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams independently
• Strong track record of delivering accurate, complete, and high-quality outputs
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Strong organisational capability with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
• High attention to detail, ensuring thorough, accurate, and quality-driven work
• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and accountability for deliverables and outcomes
• Ability to work autonomously, applying sound judgment with minimal supervision
• Proactive approach in identifying potential challenges and implementing effective solutions
• Ability to take full responsibility for workstreams from initiation through to completion
• Consistently delivers comprehensive, well-structured, and detailed outputs
• Demonstrates a responsive and engaged approach, with a strong sense of urgency in delivery
• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) – preferred

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of assigned commercial workstreams, from initiation through to close-out
• Manage multiple concurrent activities, ensuring alignment with project priorities and deadlines
• Proactively identify risks, opportunities, and commercial issues, driving them to resolution
• Manage project cost control, including budgets, forecasts, and cost-to-complete reporting
• Administer subcontractor accounts, including valuations, payments, and final accounts
• Prepare and assess variations, change orders, and claims, ensuring full contractual compliance
• Maintain accurate commercial reporting, including cash flow and cost variance analysis
• Proactively identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
• Ensure effective contract administration in line with contract conditions
• Support and contribute to the final account agreement and close-out
• Ensure all commercial activities are delivered in line with contractual obligations and company procedures
• Produce high-quality, accurate, and complete outputs with minimal rework required
• Deliver clear and detailed commercial reports demonstrating strong understanding and analysis
• Ensure all deliverables meet client expectations in terms of detail, completeness, and professionalism
• Engage effectively with client(s), contractors, and internal teams
• Support the Senior Commercial Manager with strategic commercial input
• Build and maintain strong working relationships while protecting commercial interests
• Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency in progressing and closing out actions
• Work independently with minimal supervision, taking initiative without constant direction
• Anticipate requirements and act ahead of deadlines
• Developing Acquisition Strategies

Skills

Quantity Surveying

MRICS

Commercial Management

Contract Administration

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Rider Levett Bucknall invites applications for a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Riyadh. The role focuses on commercial management, cost control and contract administration for complex Saudi projects, with MRICS preferred and a minimum of five years’ experience in QS.

The successful candidate will own multiple workstreams and deliver precise outputs. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasts, variations, cash flow and close-out, as well as maintaining client relationships and high