Quantity Surveyor

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Dubai seeks an experienced Civil Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial activities on high-rise projects. You will manage BOQs, cost estimates, budgets, interim payments, variations and cost reports, with a focus on civil/structural works and strict adherence to UAE construction practices.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in quantity surveying, proven high-rise experience, Dubai/UAE familiarity, and advanced Excel/MS Office skills; CostX, AutoCAD or Bluebeam are a plus, along with

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience as a Civil Quantity Surveyor.
• High-rise building projects (15+ floors) experience required.
• Dubai/UAE construction experience preferred.
• Based in Dubai/UAE with immediate joiner availability is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of civil/structural building works including concrete, rebar and finishes.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• Excellent MS Office/Excel; CostX, AutoCAD or Bluebeam are advantageous.
• Strong communication, negotiation and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage quantity surveying and commercial activities for high-rise projects.
• Prepare BOQs, quantity take-offs, cost estimates and budgets.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts and scope of work.
• Measure completed works and prepare interim payment applications/certificates.
• Prepare, evaluate and negotiate variations, claims and change orders.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, cash flow and monthly cost reports.
• Prepare CVR and cost forecasts.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and negotiate packages.
• Review and certify subcontractor payment applications.
• Manage subcontractor accounts and prepare final accounts.
• Assist with tendering, procurement and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate with project managers, consultants, clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain proper contractual and commercial documentation.
• Ensure compliance with project contracts, specifications and UAE construction practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

CostX

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage quantity surveying and commercial activities for high-rise building projects.
• Prepare BOQs, quantity take-offs, cost estimates and budgets.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts and scope of work.
• Measure completed works and prepare interim payment applications/certificates.
• Prepare, evaluate and negotiate variations, claims and change orders.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, cash flow and monthly cost reports.
• Prepare CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) and cost forecasts.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and negotiate subcontract packages.
• Review and certify subcontractor payment applications.
• Manage subcontractor accounts and prepare final accounts.
• Assist with tendering, procurement and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate with project managers, consultants, clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain proper contractual and commercial documentation.
• Ensure compliance with project contracts, specifications and UAE construction practices.

Mandatory Requirements:

• 6+ years’ experience as a Civil Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong experience on high-rise building projects (15+ floors) is mandatory.
• UAE/Dubai construction experience strongly preferred.
• Currently based in Dubai/UAE & Immediate Joiners preferred.
• Strong knowledge of civil/structural building works, including concrete, rebar, blockwork, plastering, waterproofing, façade and finishes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Excellent Excel/MS Office skills; CostX, AutoCAD, Bluebeam or similar QS software is an advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation and analytical skills.

Salary: AED 9,000–10,000/month, depending on experience and suitability.