At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 130 countries worldwide.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

With a market leading client base and opportunity to take the lead on commissions, this is an exciting time to join the growing business unit and develop a career with Turner & Townsend Qatar. This role is a client facing, working within a professional and ambitious team, where you will work on your own initiative but receive excellent support.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Senior Quantity Surveyor responsible for post contract administration, of a number of Consultancy and Construction Contracts to a major real estate development programme.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for pre and post-contract quantity surveying duties including preparation of cost estimates, procurement and tendering, contract administration, variation, final account, etc.
• Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
• Review and participate with the design services team in the development of the cost estimates.
• Providing excellent service delivery to clients, gaining their trust and enhancing our reputation
• Ensuring that client objectives are met through the delivery of an effective cost management service from pre contract to construction completion

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Developing cost plans and estimates through the design phase, delivering updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones.
• Dealing effectively with post contract cost variances, change control processes and interim applications, where applicable
• Taking personal responsibility for ensuring accuracy of work produced
• Assisting the commission lead to ensure accurate and timely production of information and reports
• Interfacing with the client, contractors and other consultants, where applicable

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• BSc in related subject or equivalent experience
• MRICS or equivalent an advantage
• 5 years post graduate experience
• Preferable experience in the Real Estate / Property sector working for a professional cost consultancy
• Experienced user of MS Office, advanced MS Excel user
• Previous experience in the Middle East an advantage
• Fluent English both written and spoken

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Planning and Organising
• Accepting Responsibility
• Team player
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ethical

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com

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