Resident Quantity Surveyor

About the Role

AECOM is seeking a highly experienced Resident Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Jeddah. This full-time position requires a professional with over 10 years of experience in quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, estimation, tendering, or construction, with a preference for experience in Operations and Maintenance (O&M) projects.

Role Overview

The Resident Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all aspects of quantity surveying and commercial activities across projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in cost planning, cost control, contract administration, tender preparation, and commercial operations, contributing to project delivery and compliance with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, and estimation activities.
• Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, budgets, tender documents, and commercial proposals.
• Develop cost plans, monitor project expenditure, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage tendering activities, including pricing, bid evaluation, and commercial submissions.
• Review contracts, variations, claims, payment applications, and final accounts.
• Conduct cost analysis, financial forecasting, and budget monitoring to support project delivery.
• Support Operations and Maintenance (O&M) projects through cost estimation, tender preparation, pricing, and commercial management of maintenance contracts.
• Review technical and commercial information, verify project data accuracy, and prepare detailed cost reports.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, operations, and project management teams to ensure cost and commercial requirements are met.
• Handle complex commercial and cost-related problems, providing recommendations based on professional expertise.
• Work independently under general direction, taking responsibility for assigned tasks and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, project standards, and relevant commercial procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, cost management, or related fields.
• Strong experience in cost control, cost planning, BOQ preparation, tendering, contract administration, and commercial analysis.
• Proven experience in Operations and Maintenance (O&M) projects, including cost estimation, tender preparation, pricing, and commercial management of maintenance contracts.
• Professional accreditation such as MRICS or RICS is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical, reporting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex assignments and work independently with minimal supervision.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, requiring an individual who can operate effectively under general direction and take ownership of their responsibilities.