AECOM

Senior Resident Quantity Surveyor

Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaPosted 1 weeks ago

Salary
AED 12k–20k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

We are looking for a highly experienced professional with 15+ years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, estimation, tendering, or construction, preferably with experience in Operations and Maintenance (O&M) projects. The ideal candidate should have an engineering degree and a strong background in cost planning, cost control, contract administration, tender preparation, and commercial operations. Professional accreditation such as MRICS or RICS is preferred for relevant positions. Key Responsibilities Manage quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, and estimation activities across projects. 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 the accuracy of project data, 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 and provide recommendations based on professional expertise. Work independently under general direction and take responsibility for assigned tasks and deliverables. Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, project standards, and relevant commercial procedures.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering . More than 15 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 for relevant positions. Strong analytical, reporting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage complex assignments and work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Manage quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, and estimation activities across projects. 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 the accuracy of project data, 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 and provide recommendations based on professional expertise. Work independently under general direction and take responsibility for assigned tasks and deliverables. Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, project standards, and relevant commercial procedures.

Skills

  • Quantity surveying
  • Cost management
  • BOQ preparation
  • Cost estimation
  • Tendering
  • Contract administration
  • Commercial analysis
  • Cost control
  • Budget monitoring
  • Financial forecasting
  • O&M project experience
  • Price benchmarking
  • Bid evaluation
  • Maintenance contracts
  • Negotiation

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