Senior Quantity Surveyor

Role Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor at WSP International LLC–Qatar Branch, QA GEC Supervision department, based in Qatar. The role is responsible for end-to-end commercial and contractual management of construction projects across the GCC, with emphasis on Extension of Time, variation, disruption and cost claims, contractual correspondence, and dispute avoidance and resolution.

Role Purpose

Lead commercial and contractual management of major infrastructure projects across the GCC. Prepare and evaluate claims, administer contracts in accordance with FIDIC principles, draft formal correspondence, and provide cost-control recommendations to support dispute avoidance and resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Claims Management

• Prepare, evaluate and negotiate Extension of Time (EOT) and variation claims.
• Develop and submit disruption and cost claims with supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of claims, variations, and contractual actions.

Contract Administration

• Administer contracts, ensuring compliance with FIDIC and client requirements.
• Ensure adherence to WSP's quality and governance standards in all contractual activities.

Stakeholder Communication

• Draft and issue formal contractual correspondence, notices, and letters to clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings and provide commercial advice to senior management.

Project Support

• Analyse project impacts and provide cost-control recommendations.
• Support the preparation of progress payment applications and interim valuations.
• Coordinate with project teams to resolve contractual issues and mitigate disputes.

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) accreditation.
• Valid MMUP Grade A registration.
• Minimum 20+ years of experience in quantity surveying on major infrastructure projects in the GCC.
• Extensive knowledge of FIDIC contract suites and interpretation.
• Proven track record in claims management, dispute avoidance and resolution.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and cost-control skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English; Arabic is a plus.
• Proficiency with industry-standard QS software and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and lead multidisciplinary teams.