QS (Quantity Survey) Engineer

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor (QS) Engineer

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Company: Citiscape

Industry: Infrastructure, Landscaping, and Design Projects
 

About Citiscape:

Citiscape is a leading landscape and infrastructure development company, delivering iconic projects across the region. We specialize in the planning, execution, and management of world-class landscaping and infrastructure projects in alignment with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
 

Role Purpose:

We are seeking a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor (QS) Engineer to join our dynamic team in Riyadh. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantity surveying for large-scale infrastructure and landscaping projects and must have direct experience with Giga/Mega Projects or similar.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ), cost estimates, and tender documentation.
• Conduct quantity take-offs, cost analysis, and value engineering for infrastructure and landscaping projects.
• Manage and monitor project costs from inception to completion to ensure budget compliance.
• Evaluate and validate contractor and subcontractor claims, variations, and progress payments.
• Coordinate with design and engineering teams to ensure alignment between design intent and project costing.
• Support procurement by preparing cost comparisons and supplier evaluations.
• Perform site visits to validate work progress and ensure accurate measurement and reporting.
• Review and negotiate contracts in line with project objectives and company policies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Prepare regular reports on cost status, forecasts, and risk assessments for senior management.
• Accurately quantify materials, labor, and resources required for a project
• Develop detailed and realistic Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
• Forecast and control project budgets and cash flows
• Identify potential cost-saving opportunities (value engineering)
• Ensure the project remains within budget from inception to completion
   

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years of proven experience in quantity surveying for infrastructure, landscaping, and design projects.
• Must have exposure working on Large Scale Projects such as Qiddiya, Roshn, Red Sea, King Salman Park, Green Riyadh, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC or similar contractual frameworks.
• Excellent skills in MS Excel, AutoCAD, and quantity surveying software (e.g., CostX, Candy, or similar).
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of local Saudi regulations, market rates, and supply chain.
   

Preferred Candidate:

• Based in Saudi Arabia
• Familiar with working in multicultural environments and cross-functional teams.