Quantity Surveyor - Cost and Contracts

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,880 - 301,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work with Parsons Corporation on major infrastructure projects in Dubai

Exposure to large‑scale engineering and construction commercial operations

Career growth within a global consultancy environment

Competitive compensation and stable project work

Professional and collaborative workplace culture

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor in Dubai to measure and price project works, manage post‑contract activities, and provide contractual advice. This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying and a minimum of 8 years' experience in large infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cost control and claims management. Benefits include competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth within Parsons Corporation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in large infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of pre‑contract and post‑contract administration.
• Experience in cost control, claims management, and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Measure and price project works based on drawings and specifications.
• Manage post‑contract activities including interim payments and final accounts.
• Provide advice on contractual matters and ensure compliance with agreements.

Skills

Cost estimation and quantity surveying

Contract administration and claims management

Financial reporting and budget control

Construction documentation analysis

Negotiation and dispute resolution

AutoCAD and project tools familiarity

Data analysis and cost planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Snapshot

Quantity Surveyor – Cost and Contracts

Location: Dubai, UAE | Industry: Civil Engineering | Function: Cost Estimating | Experience: Minimum 8 years | Job Type: Full-time

Salary: 18,000 – 27,000 AED per month

Key Responsibilities

• Measure and price project works based on drawings, specifications, and bills of quantities
• Manage post‑contract activities including interim payments, final accounts, and variations
• Prepare and review contractual correspondence and commercial documentation
• Provide advice on contractual matters and ensure compliance with agreements
• Monitor contractor resource allocation and project expenditures
• Audit contractor payments and ensure accuracy of submitted valuations
• Track work progress and maintain records of completed work quantities
• Prepare variation orders, day works, and cost adjustments
• Monitor final cost estimates and maintain expenditure tracking systems
• Review, negotiate, and settle claims with contractors
• Coordinate team activities and ensure timely completion of commercial tasks
• Prepare financial statements and monthly cost reports for management

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
• Minimum 8 years of experience in large infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of pre‑contract and post‑contract administration
• Experience in cost control, claims management, and contract negotiations
• Familiarity with construction documentation and specifications
• Good communication and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities

Skills Set

• Cost estimation and quantity surveying
• Contract administration and claims management
• Financial reporting and budget control
• Construction documentation analysis
• Negotiation and dispute resolution
• AutoCAD and project tools familiarity
• Data analysis and cost planning

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with Parsons Corporation on major infrastructure projects in Dubai
• Exposure to large‑scale engineering and construction commercial operations
• Career growth within a global consultancy environment
• Competitive compensation and stable project work
• Professional and collaborative workplace culture