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M&E Project Quantity Surveyor - Saudi Arabia

 
Location: Saudi Arabia
Entered: 24 May 2012
Salary: 50K tax free + package
Duration: Permanent
 
M & E Project Quantity Surveyor – Saudi Arabia

We are currently sourcing CV’s for a Mechanical and Electrical Quantity Surveyor based in Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. This vacancy is available within one of the world’s leading providers of integrated mechanical and electrical building services. The client is an international M&E engineering group with international offices and a project portfolio spanning over 35 countries providing single and multi-service solutions to a broad network of businesses.

Due to a recent commission of a large-scale commercial headquarters project for a renowned financial institution in Riyadh, the client is urgently seeking a Mechanical and Electrical Quantity Surveyor to take on a Project QS role to oversee the construction phase of this project. The design is environmentally friendly and follows strict sustainable energy guidelines as well as the FIDIC type of contract conditions.

This is a contract role for the remnant of the project ( 12 – 16 months) with immediate start date. The M & E Project Quantity Surveyor will be reporting directly to the Commercial Manager and will be responsible for a small team of Quantity Surveyors . The PQS will be in direct liaison with the client, design, project management and construction teams . Further duties will include:
• Provision of commercial and contractual services to ensure commercial targets are achieved
• Attend commercial / contractual meetings with the Client's Representatives, Main Contractor, Sub-Contractors and Suppliers
• Provision of contractual correspondence including notices
• Ensure that contractual obligations are properly executed by the company on the project
• Advise on commercial risks within the project
• Assist the commercial manager with the preparation of monthly contract review reports
• Identify changes / variations, measure, submit and agree costs with Main Contractor / QS
• Assist with commercial roles across the company in conjunction with other site based surveyors
• Assist with start-up and validation meetings with the project team
• Preparation of progress valuations through to final account.
• Preparation of project commercial forecasts, cashflow etc.
• Manage Subcontractor accounts including tendering, tender analysis, negotiation, formulation and execution of subcontracts documents, payments, final accounts etc.
• Preparation / formulation of contractual claims, extension of time claims and negotiation to a successful conclusion
• Assist with maintaining records of commercial and contractual issues to ensure targets are being met.
• Provide contractual and commercial support to Estimating and Procurement departments


The ideal candidate will possess ALL of the following selection criteria:
• Degree qualified (Quantity Surveying) and have previous experience at a project quantity surveyor level on high-rise commercial building projects
• Be computer literate and have good written, reporting, presentation and verbal communication skills
• Have knowledge of the various forms on contract with specific knowledge of FIDIC contracts
• Contribute to the team and be a team player
• Work collaboratively as part of a team
• Gain the respect of colleagues and customers
• Seek out ways to add value to the company’s operations
• Strive for achievement of company targets
• Demonstrate loyalty, honesty and commitment
• Present a professional image and promote the company brand
• Show initiative in resolving problems
• Understand and seek to minimize waste in resources and processes
• Deliver a reliable and timely output of work to meet requirements
• Show willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives
• Be willing to work the hours necessary to meet targets
• Be willing to travel
• Recognize that safety is most important above all


This role is a guaranteed 12-month contract with the possibility of becoming permanent and offers the following remuneration package:
- Salary basic of €50K+ per annum tax free
- Fully expensed and serviced accommodation, transport
- Typically 16 weeks on / 2 weeks off with return flights paid for
- Medical, accident and life assurance
- Local living allowance

Initial interviews will be conducted either in Ireland or over the phone for candidates not residing in Ireland and estimated start date is August 1st, 2011

As this is an URGENT requirement and we are working on tight deadlines to source successful candidates, applicants will need to act quickly and expect a quick turnaround. Those that match ALL criteria above and are genuinely interested in relocating to this location should apply NOW to Ivana at Techskills at 00353-1-6390396 or via e-mail at the address provided. Your application will be treated in strictest confidence.

Only applicants who have successfully met the client’s requirements criteria will be contacted.

If you are a Quantity Surveyor and this role does not suit your requirements, please check our website for further QS vacancies.
ivana@techskills.ie

Tech Skills Resources Ltd
(Part of the Cpl Group)
25 Merrion Square, Dublin 2
Tel: +353 (0)1 639 0396 (desk)
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