Quantity Surveying Manager – Infrastructure Projects

Al Marwan Group; Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Marwan Group is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveying Manager to lead commercial and contract management across multiple infrastructure projects in the UAE. You will ensure cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and strong client and stakeholder relations.

The role requires strategic leadership, mentoring of junior staff, and delivering projects within approved budgets and timelines while maintaining governance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Minimum 10–15 years of relevant experience in infrastructure projects in UAE or GCC.
• Proven experience managing multiple infrastructure projects concurrently.
• Strong expertise in commercial reporting cost control budgeting and forecasting.
• In-depth knowledge of FIDIC contracts and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead all quantity surveying and commercial activities across multiple infrastructure projects.
• Manage budgeting, cost planning, forecasting and financial control processes.
• Oversee contract administration including valuations, variations, claims and dispute resolution.
• Ensure commercial compliance with contract terms and project requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial reporting

Cost control

Budgeting

Forecasting

FIDIC contracts

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Who we are

Founded in 1978 Al Marwan Group is a diversified organization serving the construction heavy machinery Oil & Gas real estate development and hospitality sectors across the GCC. The Group operates through multiple business units and subsidiaries delivering integrated solutions supported by strong operational expertise and a well-established regional presence.

Job Summary

We are currently hiring an experienced and highly motivated Quantity Surveying Manager who will lead the commercial and contractual management of multiple infrastructure projects while ensuring effective cost control financial reporting contractual compliance and commercial performance. You will play a critical role in supporting project delivery managing risks overseeing commercial teams and maintaining strong relationships with clients consultants and subcontractors.

This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills and the ability to manage complex infrastructure projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Contract Management

• Lead all quantity surveying and commercial activities across multiple infrastructure projects
• Manage budgeting cost planning forecasting and financial control processes
• Oversee contract administration including valuations variations claims and dispute resolution
• Ensure commercial compliance with contract terms and project requirements
• Develop and implement procurement strategies and subcontractor management plans

Project & Portfolio Oversight

• Monitor and manage commercial performance across multiple concurrent projects
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets and timelines
• Identify commercial risks and implement effective mitigation strategies
• Support operational teams with commercial guidance and decision-making

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead mentor and develop Quantity Surveyors and junior commercial staff
• Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement
• Provide coaching technical guidance and career development support to team members

Reporting & Financial Analysis

• Prepare and present detailed commercial and financial reports to senior management
• Deliver accurate cost/value reconciliations forecasting and KPI reporting
• Ensure timely reporting aligned with company and project objectives

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key point of contact for clients consultants subcontractors and internal stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships across all project stakeholders
• Lead commercial meetings negotiations and contractual discussions confidently

Planning & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations company policies and UAE regulations
• Maintain strict control over project deliverables deadlines and reporting timelines
• Promote industry best practices in commercial management and governance

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Quantity Surveying Commercial Management or related discipline
• Minimum 1015 years of relevant experience within infrastructure projects in the UAE or GCC
• Proven experience managing multiple infrastructure projects simultaneously
• Strong expertise in commercial reporting cost control budgeting and forecasting
• In-depth knowledge of FIDIC contracts and contract administration
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent negotiation communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organized analytical and detail-oriented professional
• Ability to work under pressure and manage strict deadlines effectively

Key Competencies

• Commercial acumen and analytical thinking
• Leadership and people management
• Contractual and financial management
• Stakeholder engagement and communication
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Time management and accountability