Quantity Surveyor - Civil

Duncan & Ross; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Dubai is looking for a Quantity Surveyor with at least 5 years of experience in civil construction projects in the UAE. The successful candidate will be responsible for cost management, preparing quantity take-offs and ensuring compliance with project specifications. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, and knowledge of construction contracts is essential. This is an immediate start position for a locally available candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civil construction projects within the UAE/GCC.
• Hands-on experience in infrastructure buildings or mixed-use projects in the region.
• Proven expertise in quantity take-offs, variation analysis, and subcontractor payments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs based on drawings specifications and site measurements.
• Evaluate, prepare and negotiate variations and change orders in coordination with the project team.
• Support the preparation of interim valuations and final accounts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of construction contracts

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

CCS Candy Cubit

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs based on drawings specifications and site measurements.
• Evaluate prepare and negotiate variations and change orders in coordination with the project team.
• Prepare and certify subcontractor payments monitor work progress and verify site measurements.
• Support the preparation of interim valuations final accounts and cost-related documentation.
• Assist in contract administration ensuring adherence to project budgets and timelines.
• Maintain up-to-date records of all contractual and financial correspondence.
• Liaise with project managers engineers and procurement teams to track cost-related activities.
• Support in preparing and submitting cost-related reports to management and clients.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures project specifications and relevant UAE/GCC regulations.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civil construction projects within the UAE/GCC.
• Hands-on experience in infrastructure buildings or mixed-use projects in the region.
• Proven expertise in quantity take-offs variation analysis and subcontractor payments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel AutoCAD and quantity surveying software (e.g. CCS Candy Cubit or similar).
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (FIDIC preferred) and cost control processes.
• Excellent analytical negotiation and communication skills.
• Must be locally available and ready to join immediately.

Vertical:

Engineering