Quantity Surveyor, MEP

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghobash Group in Abu Dhabi seeks a seasoned MEP Quantity Surveyor to lead cost estimation, contractual compliance and commercial management across large-scale projects. You will prepare take-offs, reviews of tender docs, and monitor costs from bid to close-out, coordinating with project teams on a dynamic construction portfolio.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in QS or related field, with UAE/GCC experience and familiarity with FIDIC contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or diploma in quantity surveying or related engineering discipline.
• Certification such as RICS, AIQS, CIOB is advantageous.
• 58 years of experience as an MEP QS in various sectors.
• GCC/UAE experience preferred.
• Experience with EPC contractors is highly desirable.
• Familiar with FIDIC and standard contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs from drawings specifications and BOQs for MEP works.
• Review tender documents contract specifications and project requirements.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates budgets and tender submissions.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and participate in procurement activities.
• Prepare interim payment applications and certify subcontractor invoices.
• Measure completed works and verify quantities executed on site.
• Prepare submit and negotiate variation orders (VOs) and claims.
• Monitor project costs and identify potential cost overruns.
• Maintain records of measurements cost reports and commercial documentation.
• Perform cost analysis and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in preparing monthly commercial reports and cash flow forecasts.
• Coordinate with project managers engineers planners procurement and finance teams.
• Ensure compliance with contract conditions company procedures and client requirements.
• Prepare final accounts and support project close-out activities.
• Attend site meetings and provide commercial support to project teams.

Skills

Quantification

Cost estimation

Commercial management

Cost control

Measurement standards CESMM/POMI

Design & construction understanding

Risk management basics

Contract practices & administration

Analytical thinking

MS Office & estimating software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying / Engineering

Professional certification (RICS AIQS CIOB or equivalent)

Tools

Cost estimating software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs from drawings specifications and BOQs for MEP works.
• Review tender documents contract specifications and project requirements.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates budgets and tender submissions.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and participate in procurement activities.
• Prepare interim payment applications and certify subcontractor invoices.
• Measure completed works and verify quantities executed on site.
• Prepare submit and negotiate variation orders (VOs) and claims.
• Monitor project costs and identify potential cost overruns.
• Maintain records of measurements cost reports and commercial documentation.
• Perform cost analysis and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in preparing monthly commercial reports and cash flow forecasts.
• Coordinate with project managers engineers planners procurement and finance teams.
• Ensure compliance with contract conditions company procedures and client requirements.
• Prepare final accounts and support project close-out activities.
• Attend site meetings and provide commercial support to project teams.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional certification (RICS AIQS CIOB or equivalent) is an advantage.
• 58 years of experience as an MEP Quantity Surveyor in construction oil & gas industrial commercial or infrastructure projects.
• GCC/UAE experience preferred.
• Experience working with EPC contractors is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with FIDIC and other standard forms of contracts is an advantage.

Additional Information :

Skills & Professional Requirements:

• Strong understanding of quantification cost estimation and commercial management.
• Strong understanding of project cost control and reporting.
• Knowledge in standard methods of measurements such as CESMM POMI etc and standard forms of contract.
• Understanding of the principles of design and construction.
• Base knowledge of risk management procedures processes and management tools.
• Good knowledge of contract practices and contract administration.
• Analytical critical and logical thinking skills and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in cost estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Attributes & Behaviours:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to communicate logically and clearly with management and staff.
• Excellent personality with strong communication interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft office products specifically Outlook Excel PowerPoint and Word.
• Good organizational planning and multi-tasking abilities.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time