Quantity Surveyor-MEP

Dutco Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 320,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

Dutco Group is seeking a seasoned MEP Quantity Surveyor with 8-12 years of UAE/GCC experience to lead commercial management of large-scale MEP projects across high-rise, hospitality, and infrastructure sectors.

You will review drawings, prepare cost plans, manage variations and EOT, oversee subcontractor procurement, and ensure cash flow, risk, and final accounts in line with FIDIC contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (MEP/QA).
• 8-12 years of UAE/GCC MEP quantity surveying experience.
• Experience with leading MEP contractors on large projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, ELV, and related services.
• Experience in pre- and post-contract commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management across large-scale MEP projects from award to final account.
• Review drawings/BOQs and provide cost implications and risk assessments.
• Prepare interim payments, valuations, cost reports and final accounts.
• Manage variations, claims, EOT, and cost impact assessments.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, and contract administration.
• Monitor project cash flow, cost control, forecasting and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with FIDIC contracts and risk management.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

Cost planning

Budgeting

Variations & claims

EOT

Subcontractor procurement

Tender analysis

Contract administration

Interim payments

FIDIC contracts

Drawing review

BOQs

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

Related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

SAP

Oracle

BIM tools

Job description

Experience & Background

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in MEP Quantity Surveying within the UAE/GCC construction industry.
• Proven experience with leading MEP Contractors on high-rise residential, commercial, hospitality, mixed-use, healthcare, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems including HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Fighting, Drainage, Electrical, ELV, and Infrastructure services.
• Experience in both pre-contract and post-contract commercial management activities.

Technical Competencies

• Strong expertise in quantity take-offs, measurement, cost planning, budgeting, and estimation of MEP works.
• Proficient in preparation and evaluation of variations, claims, extension of time (EOT), and cost impact assessments.
• Experience in subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, contract administration, and commercial negotiations.
• Ability to prepare interim payment applications, monthly valuations, cost reports, and final accounts.
• Sound understanding of FIDIC contracts, contractual obligations, and commercial risk management.
• Ability to review drawings, specifications, BOQs, and identify commercial implications.

Project Delivery Experience

• Demonstrated success in managing the commercial aspects of large-scale MEP projects from award through final account settlement.
• Experience coordinating with Project Managers, Planning Teams, Engineers, Consultants, and Clients.
• Strong understanding of project cash flow management, cost control, forecasting, and reporting.

Software & Systems

• Proficient in MS Excel and commercial reporting tools.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Navisworks, and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms is advantageous.
• Familiarity with BIM-based quantity extraction and cost management is preferred.

Key Attributes

• Strong analytical, negotiation, and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple project priorities.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven leadership skills in managing commercial teams and subcontractor relationships.

Preference

• UAE/GCC contracting experience is essential.
• Experience with Tier-1 MEP contractors will be highly advantageous.
• Available to join within a short notice period is preferred.