Quantity Surveyor Firefighting And Fire Alarm System

NAFFCO Careers; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

NAFFCO Careers is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for its Maintenance Department in Dubai, focusing on cost estimation, BOQ preparation and cost control for firefighting and fire alarm maintenance works. The role requires 1-2 years of related experience and a Mechanical Engineering degree, with proficiency in Excel, Office, and AutoCAD.

The candidate will review plans, prepare budgets, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate quantities and compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 1-2 years of quantity surveying experience, preferably in firefighting/fire protection systems.
• Experience in BOQ preparation, quantity take-off, cost estimation and cost control.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ), quantity take-offs, cost estimates and pricing schedules for maintenance works.
• Review work orders, scope of work, drawings, specifications and technical documents for accurate quantity measurements.
• Prepare cost estimates and monitor project budgets to ensure cost efficiency.
• Maintain records of quantities, material rates, labour costs and other expenses.
• Identify additional works, prepare variation orders and assist with claims and extension-of-time documentation.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Project, Procurement and Finance teams regarding material requirements and cost-related matters.
• Prepare cost reports and maintain documentation for ongoing and completed maintenance works.
• Ensure all estimates and BOQs comply with project specifications and applicable technical requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Coordination

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description:

Job Overview

We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Maintenance Department, with experience in cost estimation, quantity take-off, BOQ preparation, and cost control for firefighting and fire alarm maintenance works.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ), quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and pricing schedules for maintenance works.
• Review work orders, scope of work, drawings, specifications, and technical documents to ensure accurate quantity measurements.
• Prepare cost estimates and monitor project budgets to ensure cost efficiency.
• Maintain records of quantities, material rates, labour costs, and other project-related expenses.
• Identify additional works, prepare variation orders, and assist with claims and extension-of-time documentation.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance, Project, Procurement, and Finance teams regarding material requirements and cost-related matters.
• Prepare cost reports and maintain accurate documentation for ongoing and completed maintenance works.
• Ensure all estimates and BOQs comply with project specifications and applicable technical requirements.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in Quantity Surveying, preferably in firefighting, fire alarm, or fire protection systems.
• Experience in BOQ preparation, quantity take-off, cost estimation, and cost control.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards and UAE Civil Defence (DCD) requirements is an advantage.
• Good analytical, communication, coordination, and documentation skills.

Requirements: