Quantity Surveyor

Turiqa; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Turiqa is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator in the United Arab Emirates. You will lead tender analyses, prepare budgets, and coordinate with site and office teams to ensure precise cost control and timely bids.

With 10+ years in estimating and contract administration for major developments, you will manage subcontract evaluations, prepare variations, and support project delivery across diverse high-rise, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with 10+ years in estimating and Bills of Quantities or Contract Administration for major civil, commercial, residential, high-rise and industrial projects.
• Extensive UAE contracting firm experience, with high-rise project exposure.
• Proficient in measurement methods and cost analysis techniques.
• Strong computer skills: Excel, Word, MS Project and estimating software.
• Knowledge of contract principles and ability to identify deviations in contracts.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Able to collaborate in a multicultural workforce.
• Willingness to work on site or at Head Office.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly examine tender documents, identify discrepancies, and prepare technical clarification letters.
• Prepare detailed budget estimates.
• Perform accurate quantity take-offs.
• Develop subcontract bid documents.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations technically and commercially and negotiate.

Skills

Cost estimation

Contract administration

Subcontract negotiations

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

MS Project

Estimating software

Job description

Role and Responsibilities

• Conduct a thorough examination of tender documents, identifying discrepancies and preparing technical clarification letters for the Consultant.
• Prepare detailed budget estimates.
• Execute accurate and comprehensive quantity take-offs.
• Develop subcontract bid documents.
• Perform technical and commercial evaluations of subcontractor quotations and negotiate with subcontractors.
• Facilitate interactions with departmental staff.
• Assess material and manpower requirements for project execution.
• Implement cost control measures across projects.
• Identify, prepare, and manage variations and monthly valuations for ongoing projects.
• Verify subcontractor variations and payment certificates.
• Participate in site visits and evaluate site conditions relevant to tenders.

Candidate Profile

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, accompanied by a minimum of ten years of experience in estimating and preparing Bills of Quantities or in Contract Administration for major civil, commercial, residential, high-rise, and industrial projects.
• Extensive experience with reputable contracting firms within the UAE, with a specific requirement for experience in high-rise buildings.
• Proficient understanding of various measurement methods and cost analysis techniques.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in standard software applications such as Excel, Word, MS Project, and industry-specific estimating software.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contract principles, with the ability to identify and rectify deviations or deficiencies in contracts.
• Familiarity with standard construction contract language, procedures, claims, variations, and related correspondence.
• Exceptional written communication skills.
• Capability to collaborate effectively within a diverse multicultural workforce.
• Flexibility to adapt to either site-based or Head Office-based team environments.

Requirements

Experience Required: 10