Quantity Surveyor - Mechanical

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 446,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

Archirodon in Dubai, UAE seeks a Diploma-qualified Mechanical Engineer with 8+ years in Oil & Gas EPC quantity surveying to lead tendering activities for E&I projects. You will review drawings, prepare MARs, BOQs, and RFQs, while coordinating with procurement and construction to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.

You will interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, and technical specs, provide technical input on take-offs, and support the spooling team with optimized spool configurations.

Qualifications

• Diploma or relevant qualification in Engineering (Mechanical).
• Minimum 8 years of Quantity Surveying experience in Oil & Gas EPC projects.
• Strong knowledge of piping materials commonly used in oil and gas projects.
• Proficient in interpreting isometric drawings, P&IDs, painting specifications, insulation specification, and other piping-related technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset.
• Effective communication and technical reporting.
• Team collaboration and cross-discipline coordination.
• Adaptability in fast-paced project environments.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyse project design documents to identify discrepancies or potential challenges early in the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and manage comprehensive registers for tie-in materials to ensure all parts are accounted for and ready ahead of the execution timeline.
• Collaborate with Quantity Surveyors by providing accurate technical inputs for quantity take-offs, material take-offs, and variation order submissions.
• Prepare detailed method statements that define safe, efficient, and compliant on-site execution procedures aligned with project standards and best practices.
• Prepare and submit Material Approval Requests (MARs), ensuring strict adherence to technical specifications and approved vendor lists.
• Respond promptly and effectively to Technical Queries (TQs) from construction, procurement, vendors, and clients, providing well-supported technical solutions.
• Support the spooling team by reviewing weld map drawings to ensure spool configurations are optimized for transport and installation, and accurately reflect the routing, orientation, and dimensions specified in the isometric drawings.
• Manage revisions of isometric drawings to minimize unnecessary changes and material waste, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and project specifications.
• Conduct thorough analyses comparing Material Take-Offs (MTOs) against placed orders to confirm accuracy in quantities and quality standards.
• Prepare detailed progress reports covering all stages from work package issuance to spool fabrication and erection, incorporating additional data as requested by management.
• Identify special services or materials needed for piping and mechanical systems; prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs), methods of measurement, Request for Quotations (RFQs), and initiate purchase requests accordingly.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the construction team to facilitate smooth project execution.

Skills

Piping materials knowledge

Isometric drawings interpretation

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication and reporting

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job description

Company Description

Archirodon, having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, continues to create value to its stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of its superior standards of performance.

We have an outstanding record in completing major Energy, Marine, Infrastructure and Defense & Security projects around the globe and we pride ourselves on delivering over the years the kind of reliability and trust that the client has the right to expect from a major EPC contractor.

Archirodon, having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, continues to create value to its stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of its superior standards of performance.

We are constantly growing and are currently looking for a full of potential and reliable Tendering Engineer - E&I to join our top qualified and knowledgeable team in Dubai, UAE

What you will need to do:

• Review and analyse project design documents to identify discrepancies or potential challenges early in the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and manage comprehensive registers for tie-in materials to ensure all parts are accounted for and ready ahead of the execution timeline.
• Collaborate with Quantity Surveyors by providing accurate technical inputs for quantity take-offs, material take-offs, and variation order submissions.
• Prepare detailed method statements that define safe, efficient, and compliant on-site execution procedures aligned with project standards and best practices.
• Prepare and submit Material Approval Requests (MARs), ensuring strict adherence to technical specifications and approved vendor lists.
• Respond promptly and effectively to Technical Queries (TQs) from construction, procurement, vendors, and clients, providing well-supported technical solutions.
• Support the spooling team by reviewing weld map drawings to ensure spool configurations are optimized for transport and installation, and accurately reflect the routing, orientation, and dimensions specified in the isometric drawings.
• Manage revisions of isometric drawings to minimize unnecessary changes and material waste, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and project specifications.
• Conduct thorough analyses comparing Material Take-Offs (MTOs) against placed orders to confirm accuracy in quantities and quality standards.
• Prepare detailed progress reports covering all stages from work package issuance to spool fabrication and erection, incorporating additional data as requested by management.
• Identify special services or materials needed for piping and mechanical systems; prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs), methods of measurement, Request for Quotations (RFQs), and initiate purchase requests accordingly.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the construction team to facilitate smooth project execution.

What you will need to have:

• Diploma or relevant qualification in Engineering (Mechanical)
• Minimum 8 years of Quantity Surveying experience in Oil & Gas EPC projects.
• Strong knowledge of piping materials commonly used in oil and gas projects.
• Proficient in interpreting isometric drawings, P&IDs, painting specifications, insulation specification, and other piping-related technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
• Effective communication and technical reporting
• Team collaboration and cross-discipline coordination
• Adaptability in fast-paced project environments
• Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Full Professional Proficiency in English language

You are someone who:

• Organized, committed and hard worker
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player with high attention to details
• An analytical thinker
• A result driven person combined with problem solving techniques
• Report writing and communication skills

What is in it for you:

Expat package is on the shelf, yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams, within an international leading EPC Group on a mission that matters. We createmega construction projects - literally around the globe - with meaningful impact on the local communities for the years to come.At Archirodon, you will findaproud,productive and human-centric culture, caring for and building on our people and their development!

Additional Information

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