Quantity Surveyor – Fit-Out / Architectural

Independent Food Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services provider in Dubai is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to prepare and standardize Architectural BOQs. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years’ experience in fit-out projects and strong skills in cost analysis. Responsibilities include reviewing drawings, obtaining quotations, and ensuring compliance with designs. This role is crucial for project coordination and supports Project Managers throughout various stages.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ UAE experience in fit-out, retail, or F&B projects.
• Strong skills in BOQ preparation, cost analysis, and drawing review.
• Proficiency in Excel and understanding of Architectural materials and finishes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and standardize Architectural BOQs for all brands.
• Maintain and update Rate Cards for fit-out works.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure accurate quantities.
• Obtain supplier/contractor quotations and prepare comparative analysis with PMs.
• Verify compliance between design, specifications, and actual quantities.
• Maintain QS documentation: BOQs, quotations, invoices, payment follow-ups, and correspondence.
• Support Project Managers during tendering, award, and budget review stages.
• Coordinate with Design, Procurement, and Finance teams for smooth project execution.

Skills

BOQ preparation

Cost analysis

Drawing review

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Architecture, or related field

Job description

Role Purpose

Responsible for preparing and standardizing Architectural BOQs, supporting procurement with accurate quantity and cost data, and ensuring compliance with approved designs, specifications, and brand standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and standardize Architectural BOQs for all brands.
• Maintain and update Rate Cards for fit-out works.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure accurate quantities.
• Obtain supplier/contractor quotations and prepare comparative analysis with PMs.
• Verify compliance between design, specifications, and actual quantities.
• Maintain QS documentation: BOQs, quotations, invoices, payment follow-ups, and correspondence.
• Support Project Managers during tendering, award, and budget review stages.
• Coordinate with Design, Procurement, and Finance teams for smooth project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Architecture, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ UAE experience in fit-out, retail, or F& B projects.
• Strong skills in BOQ preparation, cost analysis, and drawing review.
• Proficiency in Excel and understanding of Architectural materials and finishes.