Lead Quantity Surveyor - Luxury Villas & Interiors (Dubai)

Frankly Built Contracting; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Frankly Built Contracting LLC in Dubai seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial side of high-end villa projects and interior fit-outs. You will manage pre- and post-contract activities, prepare BOQs, review tenders, and guide subcontract negotiations to protect project value.

The role requires 5+ years in UAE construction, strong cost control, and excellent negotiation skills. Immediate joiners preferred for this busy luxury market.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in UAE construction, fit-out or contracting industry.
• Experience in high-end luxury villas, residential renovations, interior fit-outs or commercial projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of pre-contract and post-contract procedures.
• Proficiency in BOQ preparation, quantity take-offs, measurement, pricing and cost control.
• Experience in subcontractor procurement, tender evaluations and commercial negotiations.
• Good understanding of construction contracts, variations, claims and final accounts.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of civil and structural works is advantageous.
• Immediate joiners or short notice periods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle pre-contract and post-contract quantity surveying and commercial activities.
• Prepare, review and evaluate BOQs, cost estimates, tender documents and commercial proposals.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor quotations, targeting at least three competitive offers where possible.
• Prepare detailed, like-for-like tender and commercial comparisons.
• Review subcontractor scope, exclusions, qualifications and commercial risks.
• Manage project budgets, commitments, valuations, variations and cost forecasts.
• Assess subcontractor claims and support client valuations and variation submissions.
• Monitor project costs and prepare regular commercial reports.
• Maintain procurement, variation and commercial registers.
• Support subcontract negotiations, recommendations and final account settlements.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Estimators, Procurement and Site Teams to maintain commercial control throughout project delivery.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Commercial management

Tender evaluation

Cost control

Subcontractor negotiation

Education

Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

Frankly Built Contracting LLC in Dubai seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial side of high-end villa projects and interior fit-outs. You will manage pre- and post-contract activities, prepare BOQs, review tenders, and guide subcontract negotiations to protect project value.

The role requires 5+ years in UAE construction, strong cost control, and excellent negotiation skills. Immediate joiners preferred for this busy luxury market.