Head of QS & Contracts

About HAK Engineering

HAK Engineering is seeking a Head of QS & Contracts to join our team in Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves leading critical functions related to quantity surveying, cost management, and contract administration across various projects.

Role Purpose

The primary purpose of this role is to lead and manage all aspects of quantity surveying, cost estimation, contracts, and claims for projects. The Head of QS & Contracts will ensure the accuracy of quantities, cost estimates, and payment certificates, while also reviewing contracts, claims, and variations. This position is crucial for protecting the company's and client's interests from risks and unjustified costs, ensuring compliance with budgets and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the preparation and review of Bills of Quantities (BOQs) across all project disciplines.
• Review quantity take-offs and payment certificates to ensure accuracy and compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Prepare and review preliminary and final project cost estimates.
• Review tender documents, specifications, and commercial and contractual terms.
• Participate in preparing and reviewing project contracts and variation orders.
• Analyze financial and time-related claims and provide technical and contractual recommendations.
• Review contractor and consultant payment certificates to verify entitlement for completed works.
• Monitor changes in project scope and assess their impact on costs and contractual schedules.
• Prepare periodic reports on contracts, costs, claims, and variations.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering teams, procurement, finance, and legal departments.
• Monitor contractual obligations, deadlines, and required notices.
• Supervise team performance, review deliverables, and develop the skills of quantity surveying and contracts staff.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in quantity surveying and contracts management.
• Demonstrated expertise in cost estimation, BOQ preparation, and contract review.
• Strong understanding of claims analysis and variation management.
• Ability to ensure compliance with budgets and contractual requirements.

Work Location

This full-time position is based in Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.