Quantity Surveyor - Construction Cost Management

AECOM Middle East Ltd

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 279,000 - 446,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support construction cost management on projects in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role covers quantity measurement, cost estimation, tender documentation, and contract administration, with emphasis on cost control and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will review contractor payments, manage variations and claims, and coordinate with project teams to ensure accurate commercial documentation

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in quantity surveying or construction cost management.
Strong knowledge of construction measurement methods and quantity take-off procedures.
Practical experience preparing Bills of Quantities, cost estimates, and tender documents.
Understanding of construction contracts and commercial administration.
Experience reviewing contractor quotations, payment applications, and interim valuations.
Ability to assess construction variations, claims, and final accounts.
Experience monitoring project costs, budgets, and expenditure.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quantity surveying or estimating software.
Knowledge of AutoCAD is an advantage.
Good analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Quantity Measurement and Cost Estimation: Prepare quantity take-offs from drawings and prepare BOQs and cost estimates.
Tender Documentation and Commercial Review: Compile tender data and review quotations and contracts.
Project Cost Monitoring and Budget Control: Track costs, variations, and expenditure; generate cost reports.
Contractor Payments and Interim Valuations: Review payment apps and conduct interim valuations.
Variations, Claims and Final Accounts: Assess changes, claims, and final accounts.
Site Measurement and Construction Verification: Perform site measurements to verify quantities and progress.
Commercial Reporting and Documentation: Maintain cost records and provide financial reporting.
Project Coordination and Contract Compliance: Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure contractual compliance.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost management

Contract administration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related

Diploma in Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

AutoCAD

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Construction Cost Management Job Snapshot

Role: Quantity Surveyor - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Surveying - Experience: Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying or construction cost management - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

AECOM is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support construction cost management, quantity measurement, contract administration, and commercial activities on projects in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, and tender documentation while monitoring project expenditure and contractual obligations. The role also involves reviewing contractor payment applications, assessing variations and claims, verifying completed works, and supporting accurate financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and consultants, the Quantity Surveyor will contribute to effective cost control, reliable commercial documentation, and compliance with project requirements.

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality: Not specified

Key Responsibilities

Quantity Measurement and Cost Estimation

Prepare accurate quantity take-offs based on construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
Develop Bills of Quantities (BOQs) in accordance with project measurement requirements.
Prepare construction cost estimates to support project planning and commercial evaluation.
Review architectural, structural, and engineering drawings to determine relevant quantities and associated costs.
Verify measurement calculations and ensure consistency with applicable project documentation.
Maintain accurate quantity records to support cost assessments and contractual administration.
Identify discrepancies in quantities or supporting documents and coordinate clarification with relevant project personnel.

Tender Documentation and Commercial Review

Prepare quantity-related information and supporting documentation for tender submissions.
Assist in developing cost estimates and commercial information required during tender preparation.
Review contractor quotations to assess quantities, pricing, and relevant commercial details.
Examine contract documents and specifications to understand project measurement and payment requirements.
Coordinate with project stakeholders to clarify commercial and technical information.
Maintain organised records of tender-related calculations and supporting documents.

Project Cost Monitoring and Budget Control

Monitor construction costs, approved budgets, variations, and project expenditure.
Track cost movements and identify differences between planned and actual expenditure.
Prepare regular cost reports and financial forecasts for project management review.
Support effective financial control through accurate cost information and documentation.
Identify potential cost concerns and communicate findings to relevant project personnel.
Maintain updated commercial records to support project cost monitoring.
Contribute to informed decision-making through reliable cost assessments and reporting.

Contractor Payments and Interim Valuations

Review contractor payment applications against contractual requirements and completed works.
Assess interim valuations and verify supporting quantity and cost information.
Conduct site measurements to confirm the extent of completed construction activities.
Review payment-related documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and project managers to resolve valuation discrepancies.
Maintain records of payment assessments and relevant commercial correspondence.
Support accurate and timely processing of contractual valuation information.

Variations, Claims and Final Accounts

Assess construction variations and determine their potential cost implications.
Review contractual claims and relevant supporting documentation.
Prepare quantity and cost assessments associated with changes to project works.
Evaluate variation submissions against contract documents and applicable measurement requirements.
Coordinate with project teams to clarify the scope and financial impact of proposed changes.
Assist in reviewing and assessing final accounts.
Maintain accurate records of variations, claims, and final account documentation.
Support the resolution of commercial discrepancies through detailed measurement and cost analysis.

Site Measurement and Construction Verification

Conduct site measurements to verify quantities and completed works.
Compare actual construction progress with relevant drawings and project documentation.
Coordinate with site engineers and contractors to confirm measurement information.
Identify discrepancies between recorded quantities and site conditions.
Maintain accurate site measurement records for valuation and cost reporting purposes.
Support reliable assessment of construction progress through documented quantity verification.

Commercial Reporting and Documentation

Prepare project cost reports, expenditure summaries, and financial forecasts.
Maintain accurate records of quantities, estimates, valuations, contracts, and commercial activities.
Organise supporting documentation for cost assessments and contractual reviews.
Provide updated commercial information to project managers and relevant stakeholders.
Ensure records are sufficiently detailed to support verification and reporting.
Maintain consistency and accuracy in quantity surveying documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Project Coordination and Contract Compliance

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and consultants on quantity surveying and commercial matters.
Communicate cost assessments, measurement findings, and contractual concerns clearly.
Support the coordination of construction cost management activities across project teams.
Review relevant contractual requirements when assessing quantities, payments, variations, and claims.
Ensure assigned quantity surveying activities comply with applicable project standards and contractual obligations.
Contribute to effective project delivery through professional coordination and accurate commercial information.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in quantity surveying or construction cost management.
Strong knowledge of construction measurement methods and quantity take-off procedures.
Practical experience preparing Bills of Quantities, cost estimates, and tender documents.
Understanding of construction contracts and commercial administration.
Experience reviewing contractor quotations, payment applications, and interim valuations.
Ability to assess construction variations, claims, and final accounts.
Experience monitoring project costs, budgets, and expenditure.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quantity surveying or estimating software.
Knowledge of AutoCAD is an advantage.
Good analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Technical Skills and Professional Competencies