Fit-Out Engineer QS & Contracts

Client of NexRevo Global; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

NexRevo Global is seeking a skilled Fit-Out Engineer QS & Contracts in Dubai to manage quantity surveying, commercial subcontract administration, and contract activities for interior construction projects. The role emphasizes take-offs, cost control, variations, and negotiations to protect project commercial interests.

The candidate should have strong experience in BOQ, subcontractor management, and interfacing with project teams, consultants and authorities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in Quantity Surveying, commercial management, contract administration, or fit-out contracting.
• Hands-on experience in BOQ preparation, quantity take-off, costing, variations, claims, interim payments, and final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare BOQs, quantity take-offs, cost estimates, budgets and tender documents.
• Review drawings, BOQs and project requirements to identify inclusions/exclusions.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with scope, specs, program milestones and contract conditions.
• Maintain records of contracts, POs, invoices, payments, variations, claims and correspondence.
• Assist with final accounts, contract close-out and project handover.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost Management

Contract Administration

Subcontract Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

ERP / QS software

Job description

Role Summary

As a Fit-Out Engineer QS amp Contracts you will be responsible for managing quantity surveying commercial subcontract administration and contract-related activities for fit-out and interior construction projects in Dubai The role requires strong experience in quantity take-off BOQ preparation costing subcontractor management variations claims interim payments contract administration and commercial negotiations

Line amp Staff Relations

This role reports to the Commercial Manager Project Manager Contracts Manager and coordinates with Project Managers and construction teams Engineering QS commercial and planning teams Site Engineers Architects Consultants and subcontractors Procurement and Finance teams Suppliers vendors and specialist fit-out contractors QA QC and HSE teams

Key Responsibilities

Quantity Surveying amp Cost Management

Prepare BOQs quantity take-offs cost estimates budgets and tender documents based on drawings and specifications Take off quantities for civil architectural MEP joinery ceilings flooring partitions painting and other fit-out works Review drawings specifications BOQs and project requirements to identify scope exclusions and inclusions Monitor project costs against approved budgets and prepare cost and commercial reports Conduct site measurements and verify completed works quantities and material usage

Subcontract amp Commercial Management

Prepare evaluate and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations Prepare commercial comparison statements and support subcontractor selection and negotiations Assist with subcontract agreements work orders POs and commercial documentation Monitor subcontractor compliance with agreed scope specifications programme milestones and contract conditions Maintain accurate records of contracts POs invoices payments variations claims and correspondence

Variations Claims amp Contract Administration

Review and evaluate variations change orders additional works omissions and contractual entitlements Prepare and manage variation claims EOT claims contractual notices and commercial correspondence Review interim payment applications and verify subcontractor measurements and supporting documents Maintain variation registers claims registers contract trackers and commercial risk registers Track retention advance payments performance bonds warranties insurance notice periods and contractual deadlines Assist with resolving commercial and contractual issues and subcontractor disputes Support final accounts contract close-out and project handover

Technical amp Project Coordination

Review architectural civil and MEP drawings to understand project scope and quantities Coordinate with Project Managers Site Engineers Architects Consultants Procurement Finance and Commercial teams Support procurement and project teams with technical and commercial evaluations Ensure commercial activities are aligned with project specifications programme and contractual requirements

Qualifications amp Requirements

Education amp Experience

Minimum 5 years experience as an Electrical Mechanical site inspector on large infrastructure projects in the Middle East Diploma in Mechanical Electrical Engineering Bachelor s preferred Minimum 5 years experience in the Middle East mandatory Experience on site supervision and management consulting experience mandatory Airport project experience is an advantage not mandatory

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems and site installation practices Familiarity with UAE authority requirements and approval processes including DEWA ADDC SEWA Civil Defense and GCAA Working knowledge of international standards such as IATA ICAO NFPA BS and ASHRAE Proficiency in AutoCAD MS Office and digital QA QC or inspection tools Ability to review drawings specifications and contractor submissions effectively

Soft Skills

Strong communication coordination and reporting skills Detail-oriented approach with effective problem-solving abilities Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced site-driven multidisciplinary environment Professional interaction with contractors consultants and authorities

Why Join NexRevo Global

Work within a collaborative inclusive and professional engineering culture Gain exposure to advanced digital practices including AI-enabled inspections and data-driven reporting Opportunity to broaden your technical and project delivery skillset Strong commitment to continuous learning quality excellence and professional development

Profile Specifications

Minimum Requirements

Experience Minimum 5+ years of experience in Quantity Surveying, commercial management, contract administration, or fit-out contracting. Strong experience in interior fit-out / interior contracting is highly preferred. Hands-on experience in BOQ preparation, quantity take-off, costing, variations, claims, interim payments, and final accounts . Experience in subcontractor management, quotation evaluation, commercial negotiations, and contract administration . UAE construction experience is preferred. Experience with large-scale fit-out, commercial, hospitality, residential, infrastructure, airport, or major development projects will be an advantage.

Education

Bachelor s Degree / Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

Memberships & Certifications

Professional QS / commercial certifications are preferred but not mandatory.

Knowledge

Knowledge of FIDIC and UAE construction contract practices is an advantage. Knowledge Quantity surveying and cost management. BOQ preparation and quantity take-off . Fit-out construction methods and materials. Subcontract administration and commercial management. Variations, claims, EOT, and contractual notices. Interim payments and final accounts. Subcontractor and supplier management. UAE construction practices and contractual requirements. FIDIC principles and contract administration.

Software Skills

MS Excel Mandatory AutoCAD MS Word & PowerPoint ERP / QS / commercial management software Document control and procurement tracking systems

Soft Skills

Strong commercial and negotiation skills. Excellent analytical and numerical abilities. Strong communication and coordination skills. Excellent follow-up and organizational skills. Strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple commercial and contractual activities simultaneously. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary project teams. Proactive approach to resolving commercial and subcontractor-related issues.