Senior Quantity Surveyor

About the role

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will manage all pre‑ and post‑contract commercial and quantity surveying activities for construction projects in Bahrain. The role ensures accurate measurement, valuation, cost control, contract administration, claims management and risk mitigation while maximising project profitability. It works closely with project teams, subcontractors, consultants and clients to deliver successful commercial outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of assigned projects.
• Support Project Managers in identifying variations, claims, extensions of time and additional payments.
• Prepare, review and administer subcontract agreements, bid evaluations, payments, bonds, insurances and final accounts.
• Prepare and monitor contract cost value reconciliations, forecasts, cash flows, valuations and financial reports.
• Measure works, evaluate variations, prepare claims and negotiate final accounts with clients and subcontractors.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and commercial performance to ensure financial targets are met.
• Identify and manage commercial risks, contractual issues and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with project, finance, procurement and construction teams on commercial matters.
• Lead and mentor Quantity Surveyors within the team and conduct regular site visits to verify quantities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of quantity surveying experience in construction, including at least 6 years in the GCC.
• Proven experience on building and/or civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, commercial management and quantity surveying practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain high attention to detail.