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Associate Quantity Surveyor (Pre-Contract) – Drive Strategic Cost Excellence in Riyadh

Join RLB in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as an **Associate Quantity Surveyor (Pre-Contract)** and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of large-scale infrastructure and development projects. In this dynamic position, you will lead cost management and commercial advisory services during the critical pre-construction phase, ensuring clients receive data-driven, value-added solutions that optimize budgets, mitigate risks, and enhance project viability.

As a key member of our Pre-Contract Services team, you will leverage your expertise to deliver high-impact cost planning, procurement strategies, and tender documentation while fostering strong client relationships and mentoring junior professionals. This role is ideal for an experienced Quantity Surveyor seeking to influence project outcomes, drive operational excellence, and contribute to the growth of RLB’s market presence in the Kingdom.

Key Responsibilities

Your strategic leadership will be instrumental in the following areas:

• Project Leadership & Team Development
  Direct the delivery of pre-contract quantity surveying services across diverse, high-value projects, ensuring alignment with RLB’s global standards and methodologies. Mentor and guide a multidisciplinary team of Senior Quantity Surveyors, Quantity Surveyors, and Graduate Quantity Surveyors, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Client-Centric Commercial Advisory
  Act as the primary client liaison, providing strategic cost and commercial insights during the design and procurement phases. Lead high-stakes project meetings, workshops, and presentations to ensure transparent communication, stakeholder alignment, and client satisfaction.
• Cost Management & Value Engineering
  Oversee the development of robust cost plans, detailed estimates, and benchmarking studies, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project objectives. Lead value engineering initiatives to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or performance. Deliver actionable recommendations on budget management, affordability assessments, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Procurement & Tender Excellence
  Advise on procurement strategies, contract structures, and tender documentation to optimize client outcomes. Review and refine tender submissions, commercial requirements, and procurement recommendations to enhance competitiveness and value for money.
• Commercial Risk Mitigation
  Proactively identify and assess commercial risks—including market fluctuations, inflation, and escalation factors—to develop proactive mitigation strategies. Provide clients with cost certainty measures and contingency planning to safeguard project viability.
• Business Growth & Client Engagement
  Support the development of proposals, fee submissions, and client presentations to secure new business opportunities. Represent RLB in high-profile engagements, leveraging your expertise to strengthen existing relationships and expand market reach in Saudi Arabia and the broader GCC.
• Performance & Operational Leadership
  Monitor project performance against scope, programme, budget, and quality benchmarks, ensuring commercial success and profitability. Contribute to RLB’s operational excellence initiatives, driving efficiency and innovation in cost management practices.

Why This Role Matters

As an Associate Quantity Surveyor, your work will directly impact the financial health and success of major infrastructure projects—from mixed-use developments and residential complexes to healthcare facilities and educational institutions. Your strategic decisions will help clients navigate complex procurement landscapes, reduce costs, and deliver projects that exceed expectations. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the built environment while advancing your career in a globally recognized consultancy.

Qualifications & Experience

We are seeking a seasoned professional with:

• Education & Certification
  A Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Commercial Management, or a related discipline. Membership in MRICS or an equivalent professional body is highly desirable.
• Industry Experience
  Minimum 10 years of post-degree experience in quantity surveying within a consultancy environment, with a proven track record in pre-contract cost management. Experience in the GCC, particularly Saudi Arabia, is a significant advantage.
• Sector Expertise
  Demonstrable experience across high-complexity sectors, including mixed-use developments, residential, hospitality, commercial, healthcare, education, and infrastructure projects.
• Stakeholder & Team Leadership
  Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders across multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and delivering cohesive project outcomes.
• Technical & Commercial Acumen
  Advanced skills in cost planning, estimating, procurement strategies, and risk management. A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

If you are a results-driven professional passionate about shaping the future of construction through strategic cost leadership, we invite you to be part of RLB’s mission to deliver excellence in every project phase.