Quantity Surveyor

About the Role

AECOM is seeking a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Jeddah. This full-time position requires a professional with over 10 years of relevant 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 Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all aspects of quantity surveying, cost management, and commercial operations across various projects. This includes developing cost plans, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in cost control, contract administration, and tender preparation, particularly within O&M contexts.

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 meet cost and commercial requirements.
• Address complex commercial and cost-related problems and provide recommendations.
• Work independently under general direction and take responsibility for assigned tasks and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, project standards, and relevant commercial procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• More than 10 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, estimation, or tendering.
• 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.

Application Process

Candidates meeting the above requirements are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.