Estimating / Tender Quantity Surveyor

Strabag; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Job summary

STRABAG SE seeks an experienced professional in estimating or quantity surveying for projects in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying and 5–10 years of relevant experience within a main contracting environment.

The candidate should have strong skills in cost estimation and quantity take-offs, alongside proficiency in software like CostX, AutoCAD, and MS Excel. Join us to contribute to our building and infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in estimating or tender quantity surveying within a main contracting environment.
• Working knowledge of construction contracts, drawings, and tendering procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities, and detailed cost estimates.
• Assess subcontractor and supplier proposals and prepare commercial comparisons.
• Support budget preparation and cost planning activities during pre-contract stages.

Skills

Estimating or tender quantity surveying experience

GCC/UAE experience

CostX proficiency

Advanced MS Excel skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Navisworks proficiency

Revit proficiency

Experience with subcontractors

Exposure to Design & Build project environments

Experience with iTWO

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Job description

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• 5–10 years of experience in estimating or tender quantity surveying within a main contracting environment.
• GCC/UAE experience across building, infrastructure, and complex construction projects.
• Experience in quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimation, and subcontract package preparation.
• Working knowledge of construction contracts, drawings, and tendering procedures.
• Proficiency in CostX, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Revit.
• Advanced MS Excel skills for cost analysis, reporting, and estimating functions.
• Experience working with subcontractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience with iTWO is an advantage.
• Exposure to Design & Build project environments is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements to determine scope and pricing requirements.
• Prepare quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities, and detailed cost estimates for building and construction projects.
• Prepare and issue subcontract enquiry packages, and evaluate quotations for technical and commercial compliance.
• Assess subcontractor and supplier proposals and prepare commercial comparisons for review.
• Support the preparation of tender submissions, including pricing schedules, clarifications, and supporting commercial documentation.
• Coordinate with Technical, Planning, Procurement, and Construction teams to develop complete and competitive tender submissions.
• Analyse project risks, cost drivers, value engineering opportunities, and alternative construction methodologies during tender stage.
• Prepare cost summaries, estimate breakdowns, and commercial reports for management review.
• Support budget preparation and cost planning activities during pre-contract stages.
• Maintain and update estimating databases, historical cost data, and market pricing information.
• Attend tender clarification meetings and provide commercial input as required.
• Ensure tender submissions comply with client requirements, contract conditions, and internal procedures.