The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for overall commercial and cost management of a large-scale residential development, acting as the client-side commercial lead. The role includes cost planning, tendering, contract administration, payment certification, budget and cash flow control, and commercial risk management from pre-contract through post-contract stages.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Contract & Procurement

• Prepare and manage cost plans, feasibility estimates, and master development budgets

• Lead and manage tendering processes, including:

  • Preparation of tender documentation

  • Tender queries and clarifications

  • Tender analysis, commercial comparisons, and recommendations

• Support contractor and consultant selection and appointment

• Advise on contract strategies and procurement routes suitable for large residential developments

• Assist in negotiation and finalisation of contractual and commercial terms

Post-Contract & Commercial Management

• Administer construction contracts (e.g. FIDIC-based contracts or equivalent)

• Review and certify interim payment applications

• Monitor and control project costs against approved budgets

• Manage variations, claims, and change control processes

• Assess and provide recommendations on contractual claims, EOTs, and cost impacts

• Ensure compliance with contract provisions and commercial procedures

Financial Control & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain project budgets and cost reports

• Develop and update cash flow forecasts

• Support revenue planning and financial reporting in coordination with finance teams

• Monitor commitments, forecasts, and final account projections

• Provide regular commercial reports to senior management

Risk & Stakeholder Management

• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities

• Provide commercial advice to project, design, and development teams

• Liaise with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders

• Support audits and ensure proper commercial governance and documentation

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline

• Minimum 10–15 years’ experience in quantity surveying / commercial management

• Proven experience on large-scale residential or mixed-use developments

• Strong developer-side or client-representative experience preferred

• Sound working knowledge of FIDIC contracts and contract administration

• Experience in the Middle East (preferably Saudi Arabia) is highly desirable

• Professional membership (RICS or equivalent) is an advantage

Skills & Competencies

• Strong commercial and contractual acumen

• Excellent cost planning, budgeting, and financial control skills

• High proficiency in Excel and cost management systems

• Strong negotiation and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and lead commercial matters

• Structured, detail-oriented, and commercially pragmatic approach

• experience in Saudi Arabia is a must, as well as be national or foreign with existing valid transferable iqama. Preferably Riyadh residence.