Quantity Surveyor

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The role involves preparing quantity takeoffs for MEP systems and managing project costs. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a diploma in quantity surveying, with at least 3 years of experience in sizeable projects. Strong skills in cost estimation, project cost control, and excellent communication ability in English are required. This is a full-time position with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• 0405 years in the oil & gas or construction industry.
• HSE compliance and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Minimum 03 years as Quantity Surveyor on sizeable projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs for MEP systems.
• Develop and update interim valuations for work completed.
• Analyze comments on drawings to identify deviations.
• Prepare draft notices of variation claims.
• Prepare monthly cashflow forecasts and reports.
• Participate in negotiations with suppliers.

Skills

Quantification

Cost estimation

Commercial management

Project cost control

Analytical thinking

Communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or diploma in quantity surveying

Tools

Cost estimating software

Job description

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs for MEP systems including mechanical (HVAC) electrical and plumbing based on the project specifications and drawings.


• Develop and update interim valuations for work completed based on approved inspection reports and prepare and submit interim payment applications and issue subcontractor payment certifications and maintain logs.


• Analyze the instructions comments on drawings and submittals to identify any deviation from project specifications and scope of works.


• Prepare draft notice of variation/ claim for any deviation from contract with supporting documents for the review of Sr. QS and Contract Manager and ensure timely submissions.


• Prepare cost proposals for variations including measurement sheets rate buildups and supporting documents for the review of Sr. QS and ensure timely submission and maintain logs.


• Identifying any events that lead to additional cost and time impacts to the project and maintain proper records of such events. Liaise with the planning engineer to prepare draft delay notices and subsequent detailed particulars for the review of Sr QS and Contract Manager and ensure timely submission.


• Prepare monthly cashflow forecast and cost value reconciliation report.


• Participate in negotiations with suppliers vendors and subcontractors on material and consumables.


• Prepare Final Account statements for the main contract and subcontract packages.


• Preparing risk and opportunity assessments and maintaining risk registers and logs.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering or diploma in quantity surveying or in related field with (0405 Years) in the oil & gas / construction industry.

Additional Information

Experience Requirements

• Experience level: 0405 years.


• 02 years or more experience UAE or Middle East


• Minimum 03 years as Quantity Surveyor on sizeable projects in similar business or industry


• HSE compliance and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

Skills & Professional Requirements

• Strong understanding of quantification cost estimation and commercial management.


• Strong understanding of project cost control and reporting.


• Knowledge in standard methods of measurements such as CESMM POMI etc and standard forms of contract.


• Understanding of the principles of design and construction.


• Base knowledge of risk management procedures processes and management tools.


• Good knowledge of contract practices and contract administration.


• Analytical critical and logical thinking skills and collaboration skills


• Proficiency in cost estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite

Attributes & Behaviours

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.


• Ability to communicate logically and clearly with management and staff


• Excellent personality with strong communication interpersonal and organizational skills.


• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft office products specifically Outlook Excel PowerPoint and Word


• Good organisational planning and multitasking abilities

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Fulltime