Lead Quantity Surveyor Manager – Houston EPC Oil & Gas

About the Job

We are currently seeking a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor Manager to join our team in Houston, TX. This role will support major EPC projects within the Oil & Gas sector and will play a critical role in leading all quantity surveying activities across the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience managing quantity surveying teams on large-scale EPC projects, with strong commercial awareness, leadership capabilities, and expertise across multiple contract pricing structures. This individual will work closely with project management, construction, engineering, subcontractors, and commercial teams to ensure cost control, reporting accuracy, and successful project execution.

• This position is based in Houston, TX with project support responsibilities tied to major EPC Oil & Gas projects.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

• Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors across project execution activities.
• Review and validate quantity surveying deliverables to ensure compliance with project requirements, contractual obligations, and company standards.
• Oversee cost estimation activities, budgeting, forecasting, and development of pricing schedules.
• Manage and monitor project costs, trends, productivity, and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, procurement, and project controls teams to evaluate cost impacts associated with design changes, scope growth, and field modifications.
• Support contract administration activities including change orders, claims evaluations, progress measurement, and commercial reporting.
• Ensure accurate measurement and valuation of subcontractor work performed on site.
• Lead commercial discussions and manage interfaces with subcontractor Quantity Surveyor Managers and commercial representatives.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure alignment with approved budgets, schedules, and project objectives.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities while proactively recommending mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and present commercial reports, cost analysis, and project performance updates to senior leadership.
• Ensure adherence to company procedures, client requirements, and industry best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within quantity surveying and commercial management processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 10+ years of quantity surveying experience within large EPC Oil & Gas projects.
• Prior experience managing or supervising Quantity Surveying teams on major capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of commercial management principles and contract administration.
• Proven experience with multiple contract pricing structures including Remeasurable / Unit Rate Contracts, Lump Sum Contracts, and Time & Materials Contracts.
• Strong understanding of construction execution, field operations, and project controls.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed project environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting tools preferred.

• Experience supporting LNG, refinery, petrochemical, or large industrial EPC projects.
• Experience interfacing directly with clients, subcontractors, and senior project leadership.
• Familiarity with change management, claims management, and cost forecasting processes.
• Experience working within international or global project environments is a plus.

• Competitive compensation package
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays
• Career growth and development opportunities within a global organization
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, industry-leading projects shaping the future of energy