Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location
Dubai
Workplace
On-site

About this role

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Dubai. The successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial and cost management of major construction projects, from pre-contract stages through project completion.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates, cost plans and project budgets
  • Prepare, review and manage Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and quantity take-offs
  • Conduct cost analysis and evaluate project expenditures against approved budgets
  • Manage the valuation of works, interim payments and final accounts
  • Review and assess variations, change orders, claims and contractual notices
  • Support tendering and procurement activities, including the evaluation of bids and subcontractor proposals
  • Negotiate and manage commercial aspects with contractors, subcontractors and suppliers
  • Monitor project costs and prepare regular cost reports and forecasts for management
  • Identify commercial and financial risks and propose appropriate mitigation measures
  • Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and project commercial procedures
  • Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement and Finance teams throughout the project lifecycle
  • Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related field
  • Minimum 10 years of professional experience in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or Commercial Management
  • Proven experience on large-scale construction projects
  • Strong knowledge of cost planning, estimating, BOQ preparation, tendering and procurement
  • Solid experience with contract administration, variations, claims and final accounts
  • Good understanding of FIDIC and other standard forms of construction contracts
  • Experience working with contractors and/or consultancy companies is highly preferred
  • Proficiency in relevant cost management and quantity surveying software
  • Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills
  • Professional working proficiency in English
  • Competitive salary;
  • Official UAE employment status;
  • Comprehensive medical insurance coverage;

Working schedule 6 days per week from Monday to Saturday and Sunday is off.

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Top Benefits

  • Medical insurance coverage
  • Official UAE employment status