Quantity Surveyor

A QS will be working within the Commercial Services Team, the role is primarily focussed on supporting the Team Management in the delivery of Pre-Contract Services, being an integral part of the increasing successful management of existing projects services and to aid the delivery of a range of services and projects across the KSA region:

• MRICS or currently undergoing APC;
• To integrate existing team;
• BSc in Quantity Surveying and / or a proven track record of relevant experience;
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience
• Experience of managing Contracts;
• Understanding of contract preparation, procurement procedures and contract administration;
• Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily;
• Methodical way of thinking;
• Good knowledge of construction;
• Excellent problem-solving skills;
• Client face position;
• Coordination of QS team(s);
• Good financial and numeracy management skills;
• Excellent communication and negotiating skills;
• Computer literate (COST X software, will be advantageous).

Job Details:

• Prepare design stage cost plans, including associated reporting;
• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities;
• Undertake cost analysis for new, repair and maintenance project work;
• Use and knowledge of COST X - measurement and issue of relevant reports;
• Coordination of QS team(s);
• Assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertake feasibility studies;
• Perform risk, value management and cost control;
• Assisting with Contract Administration including management of Early Warning and Request for Changes processes.
• Assist in and monitoring Design Request for Changes procedures;
• Advise on a procurement strategy;
• Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks;
• Prepare and analyse costing for tenders;
• Prepare and issue relevant Tender Analysis Report;
• Provide advice on contractual claims;
• Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports;
• Prepare and analyse Variation Orders and Instructions;
• Attending design team and progress meetings as necessary
• Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use;
• Understand the implications of health and safety regulations;
• Assisting in production of lessons learnt report for post contract review.