Senior Quantity Surveyor Cost Control & Procurement
Resume:
MOHAMED NAFREES
Senior Quantity Surveyor Tel: +491********** ****************@*****.*** LinkedIn WhatsApp Professional Summary
Construction professional with extensive experience in cost control, procurement and project management. Adept at collaborating with cross functional teams to achieve project milestones and budget goals. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments, along with civil, data center, infrastructure, MEP, oil and gas and hospital projects, leveraging cost analysis and contract negotiation skills. Skills
• Quantity Takeoff & Cost Estimation
• Rate Build up & Commercial Management
• Contract Administration & Claims Management
• Budget comparisons & Price Analysis
• Procurement & Vendor Negotiation
• Reporting and Technical Documentation
• Value Engineering & Cost Control
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Aconex and MS Office
• BOQ Preparation, Billing & Measurement
• ERP & IT Software applications
Professional Experience
Sr. Quantity Surveyor 07/2025 to Present
BenBau Management GmbH – Germany
• Provide detailed cost estimates, cost plans, and project budgets during the early stages of design and planning
• Monitor and control project costs throughout the lifecycle to ensure projects are delivered within the approved budget
• Prepared and updated monthly cash flow forecasts for projects averaging $10M, ensuring financial liquidity and timely subcontractor payments
• Led cost control for large-scale civil works including 8,000m in-situ concrete works and 1,300 precast elements, optimizing procurement strategies to save 10% on material costs Sr. Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administrator 04/2019 to 05/2025 Ahmadiah Contracting & Trading Co. – Kuwait
• Directed commercial planning and cost control for a $300 million project, ensuring adherence to financial targets
• Administered subcontractor agreements and processed payment certifications, totaling over $15 million annually
• Prepared over 100 variation claims and conducted feasibility studies to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Managed procurement of construction materials, achieving a 10% reduction in budgeted costs through negotiation
• Developed detailed Bills of Quantities and performed pricing and budget comparisons for critical project elements
• Study the contract documents to identify all commercial aspects and matters of the project to obtain maximum commercial benefit from the project.
• Managed and supervised budget formation, cost planning, and cost control of the projects; prepared commercial reports and correspondences.
• Valuation of variations, preparation of claims and subcontractor agreements, review of payment applications, and certification of subcontractor payments.
• Materials specification study and offer to deal with subcontractors, dealing with the procurement of subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Request for quotation for construction materials and prepare the comparison sheet, Purchase Request Agreement, Bill of Quantities, Pricing, and Budget Comparison.
• Identifying contractual problems and recommending solutions to engineers, resolving questions, and planning, coordinating, and executing work in a timely and cost-effective manner. Project Quantity Surveyor 01/2015 to 02/2019
Khalil Mahmoud Trading & Contracting Est. – Kuwait
• Delivered cost analysis and final account settlements for maintenance projects valued at $10 million
• Led the preparation of interim payment applications worth $1.5 million monthly, ensuring accurate progress tracking
• Resolved 50+ contractual claims by negotiating with clients and contractors on variation orders and disputes
• Drafted detailed measurement sheets and cost estimates using AutoCAD and MS Excel for multiple infrastructure projects
Project Quantity Surveyor 08/2014 to 01/2015
Hafele India Pvt. – Sri Lanka
• Analyzed project variations and negotiated cost adjustments, securing client approvals for $200,000 in additional scope
• Coordinated with subcontractors to finalize quotations, reducing procurement lead time by 20%
• Assessed completed works and facilitated the issuance of monthly interim payment certificates worth
$500,000
Affiliations
• RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) APC, under processing Education
Master of Science: Quantity Surveying 2023
Northumbria University
Bachelor of Science: Quantity Surveying 2018
Birmingham City University
Bachelor of Technology: Quantity Surveying 2013
British College of Applied Studies
Languages
• German Intermediate
• English Fluent
• Tamil Native
• Sinhala Fluent
• Arabic Advanced
Mohamed Nafrees
Germany
WhatsApp +965********
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my interest in engineering roles within your esteemed organization. With over 12 years of professional experience in quantity surveying across the civil, oil & gas, MEP and infrastructure sectors, I bring a proven track record in cost control, cost management, cost estimation, procurement, and contract administration. I am currently based in Germany and am open to relocating to Kuwait, as I have a valid residency. I am seeking new professional opportunities.
In my recent position Senior Quantity Surveyor at Ahmadiah Contracting & Trading Co., I managed the commercial delivery of a $300 million project for the Kuwait National Guard. I handled subcontractor agreements exceeding $15 million annually and resolved over 100 variation claims while achieving cost savings through strategic procurement. My earlier experience includes leading cost planning and claims resolution on multimillion dollar maintenance contracts.
I hold a Master’s in Quantity Surveying from Northumbria University (UK), and I am currently pursuing RICS APC accreditation. Alongside my technical skills, I speak six languages including English, Tamil, Sinhala, and Arabic a valuable asset in international project teams. What truly excites me about this opportunity is in Kuwait region’s dynamic growth and leadership in large scale infrastructure and construction projects. I am inspired by the region’s ambitious working environment and commitment to innovation and excellence. I am eager to contribute my experience from day one and be part of delivering landmark projects in Kuwait. Currently based in Germany, I will be available in Kuwait to restart my professional career in February 2026. I would be delighted to further discuss how I can support your projects and team goals.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to your company’s success.
Yours sincerely,
Mohamed Nafrees
Senior Quantity Surveyor MSc, BSc (Hons.)
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