Post-Contract Quantity Surveyor Engineer - Road Projects

About the role

A post-contract QS engineer is needed to manage the quantity surveying side of awarded road construction projects, from contract award through to the final account. The role covers measurements, payment applications, variations and subcontractor accounts, working closely with site teams and the client's consultant on highways, earthworks, asphalt paving, drainage and structures.

Key responsibilities

• Review the awarded contract, BOQ and specifications, and monitor compliance with contract conditions (FIDIC or similar)
• Prepare monthly interim payment applications and follow up on certification and payment
• Carry out joint site measurements with the consultant for earthworks, sub-base, asphalt, kerbs, drainage and culverts
• Identify, price and submit variations and change orders
• Prepare extension of time and claims submissions with supporting records
• Keep records of site instructions, day works, delays and site events
• Issue and respond to contractual letters and notices
• Prepare subcontract agreements, evaluate subcontractor quotations, measure and certify subcontractor payments and close their final accounts
• Prepare, reconcile and negotiate the final account with the client, including retention and outstanding payments

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
• 3-7 years of post-contract QS experience, at least 2 on road or infrastructure projects
• Membership of the Oman Society of Engineers (OSE)
• Valid driving licence
• Fluent English; Arabic is an advantage

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and standard methods of measurement
• Experience with IPAs, variations, claims and final accounts
• Advanced Excel and AutoCAD
• Good negotiation skills with consultants and subcontractors, accurate measurement and attention to detail
• Organised record keeping and ability to meet monthly deadlines