Quantity Surveyor

LOBA GROUP; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

LOBA GROUP seeks an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management for fast-track fit-out projects across the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in cost management and financial control for premium F&B, hospitality, and retail projects.

You will manage the commercial lifecycle from feasibility, tendering, and BOQ preparation to final account settlement, variation claims, and cost reporting, ensuring profitability and strict budget compliance on complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; MRICS or RICS preferred.
• 8–10+ years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor with UAE fit-out project experience.
• Portfolio of managed commercial accounts for F&B (restaurants, cafes), Hospitality (hotels, lounges), and Retail (boutiques, flagship stores, mall fit-outs).
• Deep understanding of UAE construction law, FIDIC contracts, and standard methods of measurement (POMI/NRM).
• Proficiency in cost estimating software (Candy, CostX), MS Excel, AutoCAD, and ERP systems.
• Strong negotiation, commercial acumen, analytical detail, and contract administration expertise.

Responsibilities

• Cost planning, BOQs, estimates, feasibility studies, and tender documentation based on interior design, architectural, and MEP specs.
• Manage project budgets, value engineering, cash flow forecasting, interim valuations, payment certificates, and final account reconciliations.
• Draft, negotiate, and administer main contracts and subcontracts; assess variation and delay costs.
• Oversee subcontractor tendering, commercial negotiations, procurement schedules, and supplier payments.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, consultants, and landlords to align terms with local authority and landlord guidelines.
• Maintain real-time cost-to-complete reports and identify financial risks on fast-track schedules.

Skills

Cost planning

Commercial & financial control

Contract administration

Procurement & vendor management

Stakeholder management

Risk & financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or related

MRICS accreditation

Tools

Candy

CostX

MS Excel

AutoCAD

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management for fit-out projects across the UAE. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of cost management and financial control for fast-track, premium projects in the Food & Beverage, Hospitality, and Retail sectors. You will manage the commercial lifecycle of fit-out projects—from initial feasibility, tendering, and BOQ preparation to final account settlement, variation claims, and cost reporting—ensuring maximum profitability and strict budget compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Planning & Pre-Contract: Prepare accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, feasibility studies, and tender documentation based on interior design, architectural, and MEP specifications.
• Commercial & Financial Control: Manage project budgets, value engineering, cash flow forecasting, interim valuations, payment certificates, and final account reconciliations to protect target profit margins.
• Contract Administration & Variations: Draft, negotiate, and administer main contracts and subcontracts (FIDIC/Standard Forms); assess, evaluate, and substantiate variation claims and delay/disruption costs.
• Procurement & Vendor Management: Oversee subcontractor tendering, conduct commercial negotiations, prepare detailed procurement schedules, and review supplier payment applications.
• Stakeholder & Authority Support: Partner with project managers, clients, consultants, and landlords to align commercial terms with local authority requirements and landlord fit-out guidelines.
• Risk & Financial Reporting: Maintain real-time cost-to-complete reports, identify financial risks, and track cost milestones to mitigate financial exposure on fast-track schedules.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 8–10+ years of overall experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry, with a substantial track record dedicated to fit-out projects in the UAE market.
• Sector Focus: Verifiable portfolio of managed commercial accounts for F&B (restaurants, cafes), Hospitality (hotels, lounges), and Retail (boutiques, flagship stores, mall fit-outs).
• Education & Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. MRICS or RICS accreditation is strongly preferred.
• Commercial & Legal Knowledge: Deep understanding of UAE construction law, FIDIC contracts, standard methods of measurement (POMI/NRM).
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in cost estimating software (e.g., Candy, CostX), MS Excel, AutoCAD, and construction ERP systems.
• Competencies: Exceptional negotiation skills, commercial acumen, analytical detail, and contract administration expertise.