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