Senior Quantity Surveyor NAJMAT AL SHARQ BUILDING CONTRACTING LLC

1. Cost Estimation & Budgeting

• Pre-Construction Phase: Preparing accurate cost estimates for the construction project based on drawings, specifications, and other documentation.

• Budget Creation: Developing initial budgets and assessing if the project's planned financial resources are sufficient.

2. Tendering and Procurement

• Tendering Process: Assisting with the preparation of tender documents and analyzing submitted bids from contractors.

• Contractor Selection: Help with selecting the most cost-effective contractor, ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards.

3. Contract Administration

• Contract Management: Ensuring that both clients and contractors adhere to the terms of the contract, including work schedules, costs, and quality.

• Variation Management: Managing variations to the contract, assessing the financial implications, and providing recommendations for adjustments.

• Claims Management: Evaluating claims made by contractors or suppliers, determining their validity, and helping in negotiations.

4. Cost Control

• Tracking Costs: Monitoring ongoing project costs, comparing them to initial estimates, and identifying discrepancies.

• Reporting: Providing regular cost reports to stakeholders and recommending actions for cost savings if necessary.

5. Risk Management

• Identifying Risks: Assessing financial risks and working on strategies to mitigate those risks throughout the project.

• Contingency Planning: Developing contingency plans to deal with unforeseen expenses or issues that may arise during construction.

6. Final Account & Financial Closeout

• Final Account Settlement: Preparing the final accounts for a project, reviewing all costs, and ensuring that the project’s final financial figures are accurate.

• Payment Certification: Certifying contractor payments and managing the release of payments for work completed.

7. Site Visits and Measurements

• Quantity Take-offs: Taking measurements of work completed and assessing the quantities of materials, labor, and other resources used.

• On-Site Assessments: Conducting site visits to assess progress, verify contractor claims, and ensure quality control.

8. Value Engineering

• Cost Optimization: Reviewing project designs and construction methods to identify cost-effective alternatives that do not compromise on quality or safety.

9. Collaboration & Communication

• Coordination with Teams: Working closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure all parties are aligned with the financial and contractual aspects of the project.

• Stakeholder Reporting: Communicating with stakeholders about project status, costs, and potential issues.

10. Compliance and Legal Aspects

• Adherence to Laws & Standards: Ensuring that all aspects of the project comply with relevant regulations, construction laws, and health and safety standards.

• Dispute Resolution: Managing any disputes that arise between the parties and helping to resolve them, often through negotiation or arbitration.

Skills Required for a Quantity Surveyor:

• Strong Mathematical Skills: To accurately estimate costs and quantities.

• Attention to Detail: Ensuring that all measurements and costs are accurate.

• Communication Skills: To collaborate with various stakeholders and present cost reports clearly.

• Negotiation Skills: For resolving disputes or getting the best value from contractors and suppliers.

• Technical Knowledge: Understanding construction techniques, materials, and processes.

• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with project management software, spreadsheets, and cost estimation tools.