Quantity Surveyor (QS) (Roads, Earthworks, Excavation & Backfilling Projects)

Quantity Surveyor (QS)

(Roads, Earthworks, Excavation & Backfilling Projects)

Job Summary

The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for managing quantities, costs, and commercial aspects of road works and earthworks projects, including excavation, backfilling, and related infrastructure works. The role covers the full project lifecycle from tendering and pricing to execution, cost control, and final account closure, ensuring accuracy, cost efficiency, and contractual compliance.

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Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and measure quantities for road works, earthworks, excavation, backfilling, sub-base, base course, and asphalt works

• Prepare, review, and update Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for infrastructure and road projects

• Price tender documents and prepare technical and commercial submissions

• Review tender documents, track tenders, and support bid submission in coordination with management and technical teams

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and cash flow forecasts

• Analyze and compare quotations from suppliers and subcontractors (materials, transport, equipment, asphalt, earthworks)

• Prepare and submit interim progress payments (IPCs) and final accounts

• Evaluate and prepare Variation Orders (VOs) and assess their cost and time impact

• Monitor project costs, equipment usage, and productivity against approved budgets

• Prepare monthly cost reports and cost-to-complete forecasts

• Coordinate with site engineers and project managers to verify executed quantities

• Review contract conditions, payment terms, and commercial risks (FIDIC-based contracts)

• Support management during negotiations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors

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Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in roads and earthworks projects

• Strong experience in earthworks measurement, BOQs, and tender pricing

• Good knowledge of FIDIC contracts and infrastructure project procedures

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and quantity take-off software

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tender and project deadlines

• Good command of English (Arabic is a must)

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Preferred Experience

• Experience with government or large-scale infrastructure road projects

• Familiarity with local authority specifications and standards

• Experience in handling final accounts and claims

• Experience dealing with consultants, clients, and subcontractors

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Reporting Line

Reports directly to the Commercial Manager / Project Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person