Quantity Surveyor

About the Role

Parsons is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to provide cost management, contract administration, and commercial support for a mixed-use development. This full-time position is based in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, with responsibilities extending to Jeddah. The role involves working in a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) capacity, safeguarding the client’s financial interests throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide input for value engineering and optimization options, highlighting cost impacts.
• Monitor project budget and expenditure against approved cost plans.
• Evaluate the cost impact of design changes, site instructions, and scope variations.
• Prepare cost projections, cash-flow forecasts, and financial status reports for the client.
• Carry out and/or validate measurements from drawings and on site for interim valuations.
• Coordinate with site teams to verify physical progress and reconcile with contractor claims.
• Maintain detailed records of measured quantities and variations for audit trails and final accounts.
• Support negotiations with contractors to reach commercially fair settlements.
• Ensure compliance with contract conditions (FIDIC or equivalent) related to notices, timelines, and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts.
• Identify cost and commercial risks (inflation, quantity overruns, design changes, delays) and highlight them to PMC leadership.
• Prepare regular cost reports and dashboards for the client.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with the Planning team to align cost data with programme progress.
• Collaborate with the Design team to understand design developments and their cost implications.
• Engage with Construction managers to obtain site inputs on quantities, productivity, and logistics.
• Attend coordination and progress meetings to stay updated on project status and potential commercial impacts.
• Communicate clearly with contractors and consultants on cost and contract matters, maintaining a professional and neutral approach.

Documentation and Process Improvement

• Ensure proper documentation and filing of contracts, addenda, variation orders, payment certificates, supporting measurement records, and correspondence related to commercial issues and claims.
• Support the implementation of PMC cost management procedures and templates.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cost control processes and benchmarking for future projects.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, cost management, and contract administration, preferably within a PMC role for mixed-use developments.