Quantity Surveyor Manager - Roads & Bridges

Role Overview

Quantity Surveyor Manager – Roads & Bridges at AtkinsRéalis. This role manages all quantity surveying, measurement, valuation, cost control, and commercial administration activities associated with infrastructure projects, ensuring effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle from construction through final account settlement while maintaining compliance with contractual, commercial, and client requirements.

Company Overview

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization that connects people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. The organization works with industry partners, clients, and a global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers to engineer a better future for the planet and its people.

Role Purpose

To manage quantity surveying, valuation, cost control, and commercial administration for infrastructure projects, delivering accurate cost management, payment certification, variation control, and final account settlement in compliance with contractual and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Quantity Measurement & Cost Management

• Measure and quantify construction works in accordance with contract requirements and approved drawings.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and verify contractor-reported quantities.
• Monitor project costs against approved budgets and forecasts.
• Track quantities associated with bridge, highway, and infrastructure works throughout the construction lifecycle.

Interim Valuations & Payment Certification

• Review contractor interim payment applications.
• Verify quantities, progress achievements, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with site engineers and inspectors to confirm work completion status.
• Prepare valuation reports and payment recommendations.
• Ensure payment certification is carried out in accordance with contractual requirements.

Variation & Change Management

• Evaluate variation requests and change orders.
• Prepare quantity assessments and cost estimates for proposed scope changes.
• Analyze commercial implications of design modifications, site instructions, and additional works.
• Maintain variation registers and monitor approval status.
• Support negotiation and agreement of variation values with contractors.

Cost Control & Forecasting

• Monitor project expenditure and identify cost trends.
• Prepare project cost forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Identify potential cost overruns and recommend mitigation measures.
• Support project managers and commercial teams in budget management activities.
• Assist in value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs.

Contract Administration & Support

• Assist with the administration of construction contracts.
• Review contract documents, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), pricing schedules, and commercial submissions.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and commercial procedures.
• Support contract change management and claims administration processes.
• Provide commercial advice to project stakeholders when required.

Claims & Final Accounts

• Review supporting documentation and contract entitlement.
• Support preparation of commercial recommendations and responses.
• Assist in preparation and agreement of final accounts with contractors and suppliers.

Procurement Support

• Support tendering and procurement activities.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and cost estimates for tender packages.
• Assist with bid evaluations and commercial reviews.
• Review contractor rates, unit prices, and commercial submissions.
• Support subcontract administration and contract award activities.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure commercial and quantity surveying activities comply with project procedures and governance requirements.
• Promote compliance with project standards, contractual obligations, and ethical business practices.
• Support project audit and compliance activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5–8 years of quantity surveying experience on major infrastructure and construction projects.
• Minimum 3–5 years of direct experience on bridge and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience working under FIDIC Contracts is essential.
• Professional membership with RICS (MRICS/APC), AIQS, CIQS, ICE, or equivalent is preferred.
• Additional qualifications in Commercial Management or Construction Law are advantageous.
• Previous Saudi Arabia or GCC project experience is highly desirable.
• Experience with consultants, PMCs, government authorities, or major contractors is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong quantity measurement and valuation capabilities.
• Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Effective negotiation and contract administration skills.
• Strong cost forecasting and budgeting expertise.
• Excellent reporting and documentation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple work packages and deadlines effectively.
• Detail-oriented and commercially focused.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Professional integrity and accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Results-driven with a proactive approach to project delivery.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Regular Employee
• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.