Quantity Surveyor

About the Role

At Jacobs, we are dedicated to progressing today for a better tomorrow by addressing critical global challenges across diverse sectors including urban development, environmental sustainability, operational advancement, scientific research, and advanced manufacturing. We are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our team at NEOM to contribute commercial and contractual expertise during the close out phase of a key water infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify, measure, and review completed works for interim and final valuations ensuring accuracy.
• Evaluate contractor payment claims and prepare recommendations in line with contractual terms.
• Maintain detailed records covering quantities, costs, variations, and all commercial correspondence.
• Assist in negotiating and finalizing accounts with contractors and subcontractors.
• Analyze and manage variations, compensation events, and changes in project scope.
• Support the assessment and resolution of claims, commercial disputes, and contractual challenges.
• Track project expenditures, commitments, and costs compared to the approved budget.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports, forecasts, and cost reconciliations to aid project tracking.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, project controls, and client teams to facilitate timely commercial closeout.
• Contribute to handover activities by ensuring completion of contractual and commercial obligations.

Required Skills and Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Cost Management within sectors such as infrastructure, utilities, civil engineering, or construction projects.
• Solid expertise in measurement techniques, valuation methodologies, payment certification, variations handling, final account preparation, claims assessment, cost reporting, and contract administration.
• A thorough familiarity with standard construction contract formats, commercial documentation, drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, and change control processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and commercial management or quantity surveying software. Familiarity with project management and document control systems is beneficial.
• Experience in cost control, budget tracking, forecasting, risk evaluation, stakeholder management, and support of commercial closeout phases.
• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail, excellent communication abilities, and problem-solving capability, especially in site-based project environments.
• A bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is essential.
• Prior experience working on water, utilities, or major infrastructure projects in the Middle East is a preferred advantage.

Additional Details

This position is site-based at NEOM and requires full-time onsite attendance at a Jacobs workplace. We foster an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and supports mental well-being. Jacobs provides flexible working arrangements, career development opportunities, and involvement in community engagement programs to empower you to achieve your professional and personal goals in a supportive global environment.