Principal Quantity Surveyor

Parsons Corporation

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Principal Quantity Surveyor to join our team! In this role you will responsible for quantity take-off and cost estimation of engineering design elements to support budgeting, planning, and contract administration within the Engineering Department .

What You'll Be Doing:

• Perform detailed quantity take-offs from engineering design drawings, specifications, and BIM models.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for all engineering disciplines (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical).

• Prepare cost estimates and budget forecasts for design packages, scope changes, and value engineering proposals.

• Review engineering deliverables to ensure alignment with cost plans and funding allocations.

• Support the development of procurement strategies by providing quantity and cost data for tender packages.

• Participate in technical evaluations of contractor bids and assist in contract award recommendations.

• Provide input during design reviews to enhance constructability, cost efficiency, and compliance with project standards.

• Maintain records of quantity changes and cost implications throughout the project lifecycle.

• Develop and maintain an up-to-date cost database to align with market rates.

• Mentor junior quantity surveyors and support continuous improvement initiatives within the department.

• Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor s Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline from a recognized university

• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in engineering quantity surveying, cost estimation, and design coordination.

• Professional Qualifications and membership of RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or another relevant Chartered Institute are essential.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Strong understanding of engineering design processes, construction methods, and contract administration.

• Proficiency in quantity surveying software (e.g., CostX, Candy, or similar), AutoCAD, and MS Office Suite.

• Familiarity with BIM tools and digital quantity take-off techniques is highly desirable.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills both written and oral.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Sound knowledge and experience of pre contract cost management.