Senior Quantity Surveyor (FIDIC)

Overview

What You'll Be Doing

• Supports the **FIDIC Engineer** in the administration of **commercial and contractual matters** in accordance with the applicable **FIDIC Design and Build contracts**.
• Responsible for **measurement and valuation of works**, including assessment of contractor progress and preparation of recommendations for **Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs)** and **Final Payment Certificates**.
• Reviews and verifies contractor **monthly payment applications**, ensuring accuracy, compliance with the contract, and alignment with actual site progress.
• Assists in the **evaluation of variations, change orders, and claims**, including assessment of cost, entitlement, and contractual compliance.
• Supports the FIDIC Engineer in maintaining accurate and auditable **cost records**, including contract sum adjustments and financial forecasts.
• Reviews contractor **rates, prices, build-ups, and substantiation** for variations and claims.
• Coordinates with Project Controls, Engineering, and Construction teams to ensure **alignment between cost, schedule, and scope**.
• Participates in **commercial meetings**, negotiations, and workshops with contractors and the Client as required.
• Assists in the preparation of **commercial reports, cost statements, and forecasts** for submission to the Client and project stakeholders.
• Supports the FIDIC Engineer in the **administration of contractual correspondence**, including notices, determinations, and recommendations.
• Reviews and tracks **provisional sums, prime cost sums, and dayworks**, ensuring proper authorization and valuation.
• Conducts regular **site visits** to verify measured quantities, work progress, and agreed variations.
• Ensures adherence to **corporate procedures, contractual obligations, ethical standards, health & safety requirements**, and applicable Saudi regulations.
• Performs other quantity surveying and commercial responsibilities as directed by the **FIDIC Engineer**.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in **Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Engineering, Construction Management**, or a related discipline.
• **15 years** of relevant experience in quantity surveying and commercial management on **large-scale construction or infrastructure projects**.
• Demonstrable experience working under **FIDIC contracts**.
• Previous experience supporting or working within a **FIDIC Engineer / Engineer’s Representative** organization is highly advantageous.
• Experience working in the **Middle East**, preferably in **Saudi Arabia**, with knowledge of local practices and procedures.
• Professional membership (or progress toward membership) with **RICS, CIOB, or equivalent** is preferred.
• Strong written and spoken **English**; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Experience using commercial and cost management tools such as **Ares Prism, advanced Microsoft Excel**, and related cost systems.
• Strong analytical and **problem-solving skills** with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within a **complex, multi-stakeholder environment**.
• Clear and confident **communication and negotiation skills**, including written contractual correspondence.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams, prioritize effectively, and meet contractual deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within **matrix organizations** and multidisciplinary teams
• Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
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