Lead Quantity Surveyor
Core
Lead pre-contract quantity surveying activities, managing cost plans, bills of quantities, tender documentation, and commercial risk assessments for large-scale construction projects.
Role type
Senior IC Lead Quantity Surveyor (Pre-contract)
Builds
Pre-contract deliverables, tender packages, cost estimates, and procurement strategies
Domain
Construction / Quantity Surveying / Middle East
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cost planning, Bill of Quantities (BoQ) preparation, Tender evaluation, Contract administration (FIDIC/GCC), Value engineering, Commercial negotiation, Risk assessment, Team leadership, QA/QC procedures, Market cost analysis
Preferred skills
Arabic language knowledge, Middle East market experience, Advanced quantity surveying software proficiency
Technologies
CostX, Causeway, Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
Prepare and review detailed cost plans and feasibility studies; Oversee preparation of bills of quantities and tender documentation; Lead value engineering activities to identify cost-saving opportunities; Negotiate with contractors and suppliers to secure favorable terms; Mentor and guide a team of QS and SQS staff; Provide early commercial risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership