Quantity Surveyor / Cost Control Engineer – Interior Fit-Out

Tanqeeb; Dubai; On-site; AED 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Fit Contracting LLC in Dubai is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Cost Control Engineer to oversee the commercial and cost control of multiple interior fit-out projects from tender to final account.

You will manage BOQs, budgets, cost estimates, variations, procurement, and monthly commercial reporting, with a focus on GP and cost-to-complete.

Strong Excel and negotiation skills, plus UAE interior fit-out experience, are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of QS / Cost Control experience.
• Dubai/UAE interior fit-out project experience preferred.
• Strong BOQ, quantity take-off and cost estimation skills.
• Advanced Excel skills required.
• Experience with subcontractor procurement and commercial negotiations.
• UAE experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed BOQs, cost estimates and project budgets.
• Review drawings, specifications and project scope for commercial impact.
• Prepare tender packages and obtain quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare commercial comparison sheets and support subcontractor selection.
• Track project budget vs committed and actual costs.
• Maintain project cost reports and forecast Cost to Complete.

Skills

BOQ

Cost estimation

Budget tracking

Excel

Commercial negotiations

English communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location: Dubai, UAE

Company: Crystal Fit Contracting LLC

Industry: Interior Fit-Out / Design & Build

Crystal Fit Contracting LLC is looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Cost Control Engineer to join our team in Dubai.

The role will be responsible for the commercial and cost control of multiple ongoing fit-out projects, from tender and procurement through execution, variations and final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed BOQs, cost estimates and project budgets
• Review drawings, specifications and project scope
• Prepare tender packages and obtain quotations from subcontractors and suppliers
• Prepare commercial comparison sheets and support subcontractor selection
• Track project budget vs committed and actual costs
• Maintain project cost reports and forecast Cost to Complete
• Monitor project Gross Profit (GP) and GP% throughout execution
• Identify potential cost overruns at an early stage
• Prepare and manage client variations / VO submissions
• Review and evaluate subcontractor variation claims
• Verify subcontractor progress and payment applications
• Track purchase orders, subcontract values and outstanding commitments
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Procurement and Accounting
• Prepare monthly project commercial reports
• Assist with client payment applications and project cash-flow forecasting
• Prepare and negotiate final accounts with clients and subcontractors

Key Project Controls

Contract Value → Approved Variations → Revised Contract Value → Budget Cost → Committed Cost → Actual Cost → Cost to Complete → Forecast Final Cost → Forecast GP / GP%

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of QS / Cost Control experience
• Strong experience in Dubai/UAE interior fit-out projects preferred
• Good understanding of civil, architectural, joinery and MEP fit-out packages
• Strong BOQ, quantity take-off and cost estimation skills
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with subcontractor procurement and commercial negotiations
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
• Good written and spoken English
• UAE experience is strongly preferred
• Experience with restaurants, cafés, retail, offices, gyms, clinics or other commercial fit-out projects will be considered an advantage.