Quantity Surveyor manager

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all quantity surveying and commercial activities for the project

• Establish and control project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts

• Review and certify contractor interim payments, variations, and final accounts

• Manage claims, change management, and commercial risk assessment

• Ensure compliance with contract conditions, project specifications, and PMC procedures

• Provide commercial input during tender evaluation, contract award, and negotiations

• Monitor project costs and report on cost performance, forecasts, and variances

• Coordinate closely with project controls, engineering, and construction teams

• Support dispute resolution, contractual correspondence, and commercial reporting

• Mentor and supervise junior QS and commercial staff

• Lead the preparation and review of Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates

• Establish and maintain commercial controls, procedures, and reporting standards

• Review contractor submissions related to cost, procurement, and subcontracting

• Evaluate and recommend approval of variation orders and change requests

• Ensure timely preparation of monthly cost reports and executive summaries

• Monitor contractual compliance and advise the project team on commercial matters

• Participate in progress meetings and provide commercial status updates

• Support value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs

• Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks proactively

• Coordinate with legal and contracts teams on claims and dispute avoidance

• Ensure accurate record-keeping for all commercial and contractual documentation

• Assist in project close-out, including final account settlement and cost reconciliation

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related discipline

• Minimum 15 years of experience, with strong exposure to infrastructure and road projects

• Previous experience working with PMC or Consultant organizations

• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and cost management practices

• Excellent skills in cost reporting, claims management, and contract administration

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC projects is preferred