Quantity Surveyor

About the Role

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role requires strong pre-contract and post-contract experience in infrastructure construction supervision projects. The successful candidate will provide commercial and contractual support throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and procurement to contract administration, final account settlement, and project close-out.

Role Overview

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will contribute to the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects by providing professional quantity surveying, commercial management, and contract administration services. You will collaborate with clients, contractors, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective cost control, contractual compliance, risk management, and commercial performance across all project phases.

Pre-Contract Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, cost plans, feasibility studies, and budget forecasts.
• Develop procurement strategies and prepare tender documentation, including Bills of Quantities (BoQs).
• Manage tender evaluations and provide contract award recommendations.
• Deliver value engineering and cost optimization solutions.
• Support contract negotiations and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure effective commercial planning and project delivery.

Post-Contract Responsibilities

• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Review and certify contractor payment applications and valuations.
• Assess variations, claims, and extension of time submissions.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Prepare commercial and financial reports for clients and project stakeholders.
• Manage final accounts and project close-out activities.
• Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks while supporting dispute avoidance and resolution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in quantity surveying, with a focus on pre-contract and post-contract activities in infrastructure construction supervision projects.
• Demonstrated ability to provide commercial and contractual support across the project lifecycle.
• Experience working in Riyadh or other regions within Saudi Arabia is preferred.

Working at Jacobs

Jacobs is committed to fostering a culture of care, promoting diversity, and supporting employee well-being. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth within a global company that values collaboration and innovation.