Senior Quantity Surveyor

Joseph Advertisers; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team in Dubai. This role offers the opportunity to manage all aspects of quantity surveying on high-end projects, ensuring financial and contractual commitments are met. You will lead and mentor junior surveyors, collaborate with project managers and engineers, and conduct value engineering assessments to optimize costs. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the company's growth and success in the competitive advertising and signage sector.

Benefits

Collaborative Work Environment

Opportunity for Professional Development

Innovative Projects

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in quantity surveying with a focus on large-scale projects.
• Proven track record in managing complex contracts and pre/post-contract phases.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project progress and cost performance, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets, advising on cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Construction Methods Knowledge

Contract Law Expertise

Cost Management Practices

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Quantity Surveying Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company: Joseph Advertisers

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor/ Commercial Manager

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview:

Joseph Advertisers is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of quantity surveying on a range of projects, ensuring that the company's financial and contractual commitments are met. This will be a full-time position that offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of the company while working on dynamic and high-end projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Monitoring & Control:

• Track project progress, cost performance, and deliverables as per project plans.
• Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure milestones are met and risks are identified and managed.

Cost Estimation & Budgeting:

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets for projects, ensuring they align with the company's financial objectives.
• Advise project teams on cost-effective solutions and the impact of design changes.

Tendering & Contract Management:

• Prepare and issue tender documents, evaluate tenders, and provide recommendations for contractor selection.
• Negotiate terms and conditions of contracts and ensure the company is protected in terms of risk management.

Cost Control & Reporting:

• Monitor and control project costs to ensure they remain within budget throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare regular cost reports and forecasts for senior management.

Contract Administration:

• Administer contracts, including ensuring compliance with terms, conditions, and specifications.
• Resolve any contractual issues or disputes with clients, subcontractors, or suppliers.

Value Engineering:

• Conduct value engineering assessments to optimize costs without compromising quality.
• Recommend alternatives that will enhance project value.

Team Leadership & Mentorship:

• Lead and mentor junior quantity surveyors, providing guidance on technical and professional matters.
• Assist with training and development initiatives within the team.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with project managers, architects, engineers to ensure project goals are met.
• Maintain effective communication with clients and contractors.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in quantity surveying.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale projects and complex contracts.
• Experience in both pre-contract and post-contract phases.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, contract law, and cost management practices.
• Proficiency in quantity surveying software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Why Join Joseph Advertisers

• Opportunity to work with a leading advertising and signage company in Dubai.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.