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Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Senior QS Manager to lead the Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management functions across our construction projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for project cost management, contract administration, procurement, quantity surveying, financial forecasting, and commercial risk management to ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets while maximizing commercial value.
 

Key Responsibilities

1. Cost Management & Budget Control

Lead project cost planning, estimation, budgeting, and cost control activities.

Monitor project expenditures, commitments, and forecast costs against approved budgets.

Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement effective cost management strategies.

Prepare cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial projections.
 

2. Quantity Surveying & Contract Administration

Oversee quantity take-off, BOQ preparation, measurement, and valuation of works.

Manage interim payment applications, progress claims, and final account settlements.

Review and administer construction contracts, including variations, claims, and contractual obligations.

Ensure accurate evaluation of subcontractor and supplier payments.
 

3. Procurement & Commercial Management

Lead procurement planning, tender preparation, bid evaluation, and subcontract negotiations.

Review subcontractor quotations and recommend commercially competitive options.

Manage subcontract agreements, procurement schedules, and commercial commitments.

Ensure procurement activities comply with project budgets and contractual requirements.
 

4. Project Commercial & Risk Management

Identify contractual, financial, and commercial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

Manage variation orders, extension of time-related commercial matters, and claims.

Ensure timely submission and settlement of client claims and subcontractor accounts.

Maintain effective commercial documentation and contractual records.
 

5. Team Leadership & Coordination

Lead, supervise, and develop the Quantity Surveying team.

Establish QS procedures, reporting systems, and commercial control standards.

Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and other departments.

Provide commercial advice and recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum 10–15 years of relevant experience in construction quantity surveying and commercial management.
• At least 5 years of experience in a managerial or senior leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, BOQ, cost estimation, claims, and variation management.
• Experience in large-scale building, infrastructure, or MEP construction projects.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, and relevant QS / cost management software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure.
   

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Project cost performance against approved budgets.

Accuracy of cost forecasting and financial reporting.

Timely submission and settlement of payment applications.

Effective management of variations and commercial claims.

Procurement cost savings and subcontractor performance.

Timely completion of final accounts.

Team productivity and commercial reporting accuracy.
 

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Opportunity to lead commercial management functions across major projects.

Professional growth and career development opportunities.

A challenging and rewarding working environment.