FSI-JB-583 / CIVIL QS

Fatherson International; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Fatherson International in Dubai seeks a Civil Quantity Surveyor to manage costs, quantities, and commercial aspects of civil projects. You will prepare BOQs, review drawings, estimate costs, and handle interim valuations and final accounts.

The role requires strong AutoCAD and Excel skills, experience with BOQ and rate analysis, and the ability to coordinate with engineers, contractors, and clients on high-rise and infrastructure projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil construction projects.
• Strong understanding of BOQ, measurements, and variations.
• Familiarity with cost control, tendering, and interim/final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quantity take-offs and BOQs for civil works.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to identify requirements.
• Prepare cost estimates, rate analysis, and tender documents.
• Measure completed works and prepare interim payment applications.
• Prepare and verify subcontractor and supplier invoices.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and expenditures.
• Prepare variations, additional works, and claims.
• Coordinate with site engineers, project managers, consultants, contractors, and clients.
• Check quantities against drawings and specs.
• Assist in tender preparation and subcontractor selection.
• Maintain records of quantities, costs, invoices, variations, and documentation.
• Prepare monthly valuations, progress reports, and final accounts.
• Review contractual requirements and ensure compliance.
• Conduct site measurements and verify work.
• Assist in cost forecasting and cost-control activities.
• Support the preparation and settlement of final accounts.

Skills

Civil construction works & quantity 9

Reading civil drawings & specs

Cost estimation & rate analysis

Negotiation & communication

Budget monitoring & cost control

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Excel

Quantity take-off software

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 09/08/2026

Civil Quantity Surveyor (Civil QS) – Job Description

A Civil Quantity Surveyor (QS) is responsible for managing the cost, quantity, and commercial aspects of civil construction projects, including estimation, tendering, measurement, billing, variations, and cost control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and BOQs (Bill of Quantities) for civil works.
  
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to identify project requirements.
  
• Prepare cost estimates, rate analysis, and tender documents.
  
• Measure completed works and prepare interim payment applications.
  
• Prepare and verify subcontractor and supplier invoices.
  
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and expenditures.
  
• Prepare and evaluate variations, additional works, and claims.
  
• Coordinate with site engineers, project managers, consultants, contractors, and clients.
  
• Check quantities and ensure work is measured according to approved drawings and specifications.
  
• Assist in tender preparation, comparison of quotations, and subcontractor selection.
  
• Maintain proper records of quantities, costs, invoices, variations, and project documentation.
  
• Prepare monthly valuations, progress reports, and final accounts.
  
• Review contractual requirements and ensure compliance with agreed rates and conditions.
  
• Conduct site measurements and verify actual completed works.
  
• Assist in cost forecasting and cost-control activities throughout the project.
  
• Support the preparation and settlement of final accounts.
  

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of civil construction works and quantity surveying.
  
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and quantity take-off software.
  
• Good understanding of BOQ, rate analysis, measurements, valuations, and variations.
  
• Knowledge of construction contracts and commercial procedures.
  
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings and specifications.
  
• Strong numerical, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
  
• Experience with high-rise buildings, infrastructure, roads, or commercial projects is an advantage.