Senior Quantity Surveyor - Data Centre Commercial Lead

James L. Williams Middle East; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

James L Williams Middle East is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team for major Data Centre projects. You will manage commercial and contractual aspects from tender to final account, ensuring cost control, reporting and risk management to maximise profitability.

The role requires 8+ years of QS experience, MC/MEP project exposure, and strong knowledge of contracts. A senior level, on-site position with emphasis on procurement, variation claims and final

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Professional accreditation with RICS or CIOB is highly desirable.
• Minimum 8 years of Quantity Surveying experience in MEP, construction, or Data Centre projects.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, cost control and financial reporting.
• Experience in preparing BOQs, valuations, payments, variations and final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day commercial and contractual activities from tender through final completion.
• Prepare and evaluate interim valuations, payment applications, certificates, and final accounts.
• Value variations, prepare variation claims and negotiate settlements.
• Prepare and manage BOQs for subcontract packages and support procurement.
• Conduct cost analysis, value engineering and commercial risk assessments.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, CVRs, cash flow forecasts and management reports.
• Monitor costs against budgets and provide accurate forecasting.
• Support EOT, acceleration assessments and contractual claims.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Commercial Managers and subcontractors on commercial matters.
• Ensure accurate commercial documentation and project reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Cost control

Commercial management

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying/Civil Engineering/Construction Management

RICS/CIOB accreditation (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Commercial reporting tools

Job description

James L Williams Middle East is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team for major Data Centre projects. You will manage commercial and contractual aspects from tender to final account, ensuring cost control, reporting and risk management to maximise profitability.

The role requires 8+ years of QS experience, MC/MEP project exposure, and strong knowledge of contracts. A senior level, on-site position with emphasis on procurement, variation claims and final