Quantity Surveyor
- Full-time
- Entities: Six Construct Saudi Arabia Branch
- Department: Other
Company Description
Six Construct, a subsidiary of the BESIX Group, is the largest Belgian construction company operating in the Middle East. The company combines the efforts of a highly skilled workforce, along with strategic planning and innovative use of technology to overcome the most complex business challenges. Six Construct is a multi-services company that operates in the construction of commercial and residential buildings, sport and leisure facilities, infrastructure and marine-related projects. The company currently employs a workforce of 16,000 in the Middle East, and a total of 19,000 worldwide.
Job Description
- Extract accurate quantities of materials and components for construction projects using and not limited to BIM and AutoCAD software.
- Conduct detailed quantity take-offs using industry-standard software, ensuring precision and reliability in measurements.
- Develop comprehensive reports and documentation detailing material quantities, cost estimates, and bill of quantities.
- Collaborate with project managers to analyze project requirements, budgets, and timelines, providing insights to support decision-making.
- Implement efficient reporting systems to track project progress, expenditures, and variances against budgeted costs.
- Monitor and analyze cost data throughout the project lifecycle, identifying trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for cost optimization.
- Prepare timely and accurate reports for stakeholders, highlighting key metrics, cost forecasts, and potential risks.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, regulatory requirements, and quality standards in all quantity surveying activities.
- Provide support during procurement processes, including tender evaluation and contract administration.
- Conduct detailed labor cost estimation, considering hourly rates, overtime, and associated benefits.
- Manage the manpower budget, tracking labor costs against the allocated budget.
- Manpower Planning and Forecasting: Collaborate with project teams to forecast and plan manpower requirements throughout project phases.
- Manpower Scheduling and Coordination:
- Work closely with project planners and construction managers to integrate manpower schedules with project timelines.
- Weekly, Monthly and project close out report.
- Understanding construction execution activities is a must.
Skills and Competencies:
- Analytical Skills
- Strong ability to analyze and interpret manpower data, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
- Communication and Collaboration:
- Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with project teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to collaborate across departments for seamless manpower coordination.
- Budget Management:
- Proficient in managing manpower budgets, with a keen eye for cost control and optimization.
- Project Management Software Proficiency:
- Mastery of project management software and tools for efficient workforce planning and scheduling.
- Change Management Expertise:
- Skill in assessing and managing the impact of changes on manpower requirements, negotiating adjustments as needed.
- Problem-Solving Skills:
- Strong problem-solving capabilities to address immediate workforce issues and devise long-term solutions.
Qualifications
- Candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in surveying, Building/Construction or Civil.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the Middle East, is essential, with a preference for experience within the Construction Industry, preferably with a main contractor.
- Proficiency in English communication (verbal/written) is a must.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel) is a prerequisite.
- Proficiency in BIM is a prerequisite.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD is a prerequisite.
- Other QS software is preferable.
- Knowledge of planning software, specifically Primavera P6 is preferable.
Additional Information
We believe our employees are key to our success, hence, we offer an inspiring working environment where our people feel rewarded & engaged. Career opportunities & training programs are offered to help you develop both personally and professionally and we offer attractive additional benefits to your monthly remuneration.