Manager - Quantity Surveyor

GMG; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

GMG is seeking a Manager - Quantity Surveyor to lead project cost management from design through completion. The role provides financial discipline, value optimization, and contractual compliance across complex projects under the Director - Projects.

Key responsibilities include cost planning, procurement oversight, contract administration and claims handling, with a focus on large-scale retail fit-out projects and cross-functional governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering required.
• Master’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management across design, tender and construction phases.
• Develop comprehensive project budgets and cost plans.
• Monitor expenditures and forecast cost-to-completion.
• Oversee procurement strategy and tendering processes.
• Manage contract administration and claims.
• Conduct periodic site visits for progress validation and cost verification.
• Prepare cost reports, cash flow forecasts and variance analysis.

Skills

Cost planning

Contract management

Claims resolution

Procurement strategy

Financial forecasting

Cost reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

Master’s Degree in QS/Construction Management/MBA

Job description

Who we are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

Role Summary:

The Manager - Quantity Surveyor is responsible for leading project cost management activities across all stages, from design through project completion. The role ensures robust cost planning, contract administration, commercial risk management, and financial control across multiple or complex projects. The incumbent will acts as a key commercial advisor to the Director - Projects, ensuring financial discipline, value optimization, and contractual compliance across the project life cycle.

Key Success Drivers including Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Cost Planning & Financial Control
• Lead cost management across design, tender, and construction phases
• Develop comprehensive project budgets and cost plans
• Monitor expenditures and forecast cost-to-completion
• Identify cost risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Drive value engineering initiatives
• BOQ, Estimation & Feasibility
• Oversee preparation and validation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ)
• Review detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates
• Provide strategic input for project feasibility and budgeting decisions
• Procurement & Tender Management
• Lead commercial aspects of procurement strategy
• Review and finalize tender documents and pricing structures
• Evaluate bids and recommend contractor selection
• Support contract negotiations and award
• Contract Administration & Claims
• Manage all contractual matters including:
• Variations
• Claims
• Disputes
• Review and approve contractor submissions and interim valuations
• Ensure contractual compliance and risk minimization
• Lead commercial negotiations with contractors/vendors
• Site Monitoring & Validation
• Conduct periodic site visits for progress validation and cost verification
• Ensure executed work aligns with contract specifications
• Validate quantities for payment certification
• Reporting & Commercial Governance
• Prepare and present:
• Cost reports
• Cash flow forecasts
• Variance analysis
• Advise Project Director on commercial performance and risks
• Ensure alignment with company financial goals
• Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Coordination
• Liaise with:
• Project Management
• Finance & Procurement
• Legal & Contracts teams
• Act as primary commercial interface with contractors and consultants

People Management

The incumbent is responsible for setting clear objectives and performance targets in collaboration with team members, ensuring alignment with overall organizational goals. This role involves actively mentoring, guiding, and providing direction to the team to cultivate skill development, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. The incumbent applies structured performance management practices to monitor progress, troubleshoot issues, and drive the team towards achieving periodic KPIs. Through strategic oversight and regular feedback, the incumbent fosters a results-oriented environment, empowering the team to meet and exceed established benchmarks while supporting both individual and collective growth.

Functional/Technical Competencies:

• Advanced cost planning & estimation
• Contract management (FIDIC / standard forms)
• Claims and dispute resolution
• Procurement and commercial strategy
• Financial reporting & forecasting
• Ensure consistency in cost reporting and commercial practices, bill and vendor management.

Educational Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or MBA (preferred)

Experience:

10-15 years of experience in quantity surveying / cost management

Proven experience handling large-scale or multiple projects. Experience in retail Fit out projects will be an advantage.

Strong background in contract administration and claims management