Engineer, Quantity Surveying

Group Overview

Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design and development centers, and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

Alfanar Construction is classified as a Grade I contractor by the Contractors Classification Committee of the Government of Saudi Arabia.

Alfanar Building Systems manufactures and markets a variety of building construction products and systems.

The core manufacturing activities of the industries operating under Alfanar Building Systems are:

• Façade cladding, glazing systems, and architectural aluminum products
• Precast concrete products and architectural elements
• Real estate development

Job Purpose

Manage the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects, from initial planning through to completion. Responsible for cost estimation, budgeting, procurement, contract management, and ensuring that the project is completed within its financial constraints.

Key Accountability Areas

Cost Estimation:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, and overheads.
• Conduct feasibility studies to assess project financial viability.
• Analyze project drawings and specifications for accurate cost forecasts.

Budget Management:

• Monitor project budgets to ensure costs stay within the allocated budget.
• Track and report the financial status regularly.
• Suggest cost-saving measures and identify inefficiencies.

Contract Administration:

• Prepare and review contracts and subcontracts.
• Ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Manage contract variations and advise on contractual obligations.

Procurement:

• Oversee procurement of materials, labor, and subcontractors.
• Evaluate suppliers for value and quality.
• Ensure procurement aligns with project timelines and budgets.

Measurement and Valuation:

• Measure completed work and generate interim valuations.
• Conduct site visits to verify work progress and quality.
• Keep accurate documentation of completed work.

Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate potential financial risks.
• Monitor and address risks throughout the project.
• Ensure adherence to legal, safety, and environmental regulations.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Provide regular financial reports to clients and management.
• Maintain organized records of contracts, invoices, and payments.
• Prepare final project accounts and reports.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work with project managers, architects, engineers, and clients.
• Address cost or contract-related issues within the team.
• Resolve disputes and ensure project alignment.

Value Engineering:

• Assess cost-effectiveness of design alternatives.
• Recommend cost-efficient improvements without compromising quality.

Cost Control:

• Develop strategies for controlling construction costs.
• Adjust estimates as project scope or schedule changes.

Skills

• Professional skills in AutoCAD and Excel software.
• Cost estimation, budgeting, and tendering skills.
• Strong communication skills.

Role Accountability

HR Proficiency:

• Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job.

Delivery:

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-Solving:

• Solve any related problems that arise and escalate any complex operational issues.

Quality:

• Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business Process Improvements:

• Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automation opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance:

• Comply with related policies, procedures, and work instructions.

Health, Safety, and Environment:

• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined areas of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products and services.

Academic Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Technical / Functional Competencies

• Cost estimating
• Construction engineering
• Procurement
• Reporting