Civil Quantity Surveyor Manager

About the role

A major construction project is looking for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead its commercial and contractual management. The role ensures the project is delivered within contractual obligations while maximising cash flow and profitability and protecting the company's commercial interests. It covers contract administration, cost control, change management and final accounts, and guides a team of Senior Quantity Surveyors across multiple disciplines. The position is on-site in Saudi Arabia.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure project delivery within budget while maintaining profitability
• Validate quantities, measurements and cost estimates; review and approve pricing for variations and new scope items
• Guide the team in evaluating changes and scope variations, and lead change control and variation management
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and terms, and oversee contract documentation, correspondence and records
• Manage payment certifications and approvals, and ensure timely and accurate submission of payment applications
• Administer insurance, bonds and subcontract agreements, and monitor payment cycles, certifications and subcontractor status
• Review variation orders and follow up on approvals and payments
• Manage final account preparation, negotiation and settlement, and coordinate with project teams to verify completed works
• Oversee financial reporting and forecasting, including Cost to Completion, Payment Cycle, Variation & EOT, Advance Payment Recovery and Unbilled Revenue Analysis reports
• Lead, mentor and manage Senior QS teams, promote continuous learning, support Saudization and develop local talent

Required profile

• Minimum 15 years of total experience in quantity surveying
• At least 10 years in a managerial or lead role
• Strong experience in large-scale construction projects
• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; Master's preferred
• Professional membership such as MRICS, MCIOB or MCIArb is highly desirable