Senior Quantity Surveyor

WSP is seeking a highly experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team in Riyadh. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing and overseeing quantity surveying activities for a major roads & highways construction project.

• Lead and manage the quantity surveying function for multiple infrastructure projects, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to project requirements and budgets.
• Provide expert guidance and support to project teams on all quantity surveying matters, including cost estimation, cost control, procurement, and contract administration.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis, tender evaluations, and value engineering exercises to optimize project costs and ensure value for money.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to develop comprehensive quantity surveying strategies and solutions tailored to project objectives.
• Review and negotiate contracts, variations, and claims, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and contractual obligations.
• Oversee the preparation of bills of quantities, cost reports, and financial forecasts, providing accurate and timely updates to project stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress and financial performance, identifying risks, deviations, and opportunities for improvement, and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Mentor and train junior quantity surveyors, promoting knowledge sharing and professional development within the team.
• Represent the company in client meetings, workshops, and presentations, demonstrating technical expertise and fostering positive relationships with key stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in quantity surveying, with a proven track record of managing large‑scale infrastructure projects in the construction industry.
• Extensive experience in road, bridge, highway, tunnel, rail, metro, and related infrastructure projects, ideally within a consulting environment.
• Strong proficiency in quantity surveying software and tools, such as CostX, Candy, or similar platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, procurement methods, and industry standards, particularly in the Saudi Arabian context.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the capacity to mentor and develop junior staff members.
• Professional accreditation or membership with relevant industry bodies (e.g., RICS, CIOB) is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English is required;
  Arabic language skills would be advantageous.

Competitive pay, first‑class medical cover, paid professional subscriptions.

WSP is an inclusive employer. We encourage applications from suitable qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.