Quantity Surveyor - MEP

Tanqeeb; Dubai; On-site; AED 246,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to lead MEP quantity take-offs, cost estimation, and tender management for large-scale projects in the UAE. The role requires strong knowledge of budgets, BOQs, and commercial controls within construction.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of UAE/GCC experience, proficiency in tender submissions, and familiarity with procurement processes. UAE-based on-site involvement is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in MEP quantity surveying, estimation, or commercial management within the construction industry.
• Experience in UAE/GCC is highly desirable.
• MRICS or related commercial certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from drawings and tender documents for MEP systems.
• Prepare preliminary budgets, cost plans, and detailed cost estimates for MEP works.
• Review tender documents, prepare detailed commercial submissions, and evaluate quotations.
• Coordinate with procurement and project teams to define scopes of work and place orders.
• Quantify, evaluate, and price variations and manage commercial claims.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost estimation

Tender management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in QS/Engineering/Construction Mgmt

Job description

Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Quantity Surveying & Quantity Take-Off

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from drawings, specifications, and tender documents for all MEP systems.




• Verify quantities included within consultant-issued Bills of Quantities (BOQs).




• Review design drawings and specifications to identify quantity discrepancies and missing scope items.




• Prepare measurement sheets and quantity verification reports.




• Ensure all quantities are accurately measured in accordance with project requirements and company standards.




• Support value engineering initiatives through accurate quantity analysis and cost evaluations.

2. Cost Estimation & Budget Preparation

• Prepare preliminary budgets, cost plans, and detailed cost estimates for MEP works.




• Develop cost estimates covering materials, labor, plant, equipment, subcontractors, testing, commissioning, and authority approval requirements.




• Prepare rate build-ups and detailed pricing analyses.




• Benchmark project costs against historical project data and market trends.




• Participate in budget reviews and commercial strategy discussions.




• Support management during project feasibility studies and pre-contract commercial evaluations.

3. Tendering & Bid Management

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.




• Prepare detailed commercial and technical tender submissions.




• Issue RFIs and technical clarifications to consultants when required.




• Evaluate tender risks and identify commercial exposures.




• Analyze subcontractor and supplier quotations.




• Prepare tender comparison sheets and recommendation reports.




• Participate in post-tender clarification meetings and negotiations.




• Support management in finalizing competitive and commercially viable proposals.

4. Procurement & Subcontractor Management

• Coordinate with Procurement and Project teams to define accurate scopes of work.




• Prepare subcontractor package breakdowns and procurement recommendations.




• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor offers for technical and commercial compliance.




• Participate in subcontractor negotiations and commercial evaluations.




• Assist in preparation of Letters of Intent (LOIs), Purchase Orders (POs), and subcontract agreements.




• Monitor procurement budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.

5. Variations & Commercial Management

• Quantify, evaluate, and price variation orders arising from design changes and revised scope requirements.




• Prepare supporting documentation for variation submissions.




• Maintain comprehensive variation registers.




• Monitor pending, approved, and disputed variations.




• Support project teams in negotiation and settlement of variation claims.




• Assess commercial implications of design revisions and consultant instructions.




• Ensure timely recovery of all commercial entitlements.

6. Cost Control & Financial Monitoring

• Monitor project costs against approved budgets.




• Track commitments, purchase orders, subcontractor liabilities, and expenditures.




• Prepare periodic cost reports and commercial status updates.




• Assist in preparation of cash flow forecasts.




• Identify cost overruns and recommend corrective actions.




• Support project teams in achieving approved budget targets.




• Monitor project profitability throughout the project lifecycle.

7. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare BOQs, cost plans, tender evaluation reports, cost comparison reports, and commercial summaries.




• Maintain organized commercial records and contract documentation.




• Prepare management reports and commercial dashboards.




• Ensure all commercial documentation complies with company procedures and audit requirements.




• Maintain accurate records of quotations, negotiations, variations, and contractual correspondence.

8. Commercial Risk Management

• Identify commercial and financial risks associated with procurement and project execution.




• Assess risks related to scope gaps, design changes, market fluctuations, and procurement delays.




• Recommend mitigation strategies to minimize commercial exposure.




• Monitor contractual obligations and compliance requirements.




• Support dispute avoidance and claim prevention initiatives.

9. Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with Design, Procurement, Engineering, Planning, Finance, and Project teams.




• Liaise with consultants, suppliers, subcontractors, and external stakeholders.




• Participate in commercial review meetings and procurement discussions.




• Support project teams in resolving commercial and contractual issues.




• Maintain positive working relationships while protecting Palace Group's commercial interests.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

• Accuracy of Quantity Take-Offs and BOQs.




• Accuracy of Cost Estimates and Budgets.




• Tender Submission Quality and Timeliness.




• Commercial Savings Achieved.




• Variation Recovery Rate.




• Procurement Support Effectiveness.




• Budget Compliance Performance.




• Cost Reporting Accuracy.




• Commercial Risk Mitigation.




• Timely Submission of Commercial Documentation.




• Stakeholder Satisfaction.




• Contribution to Project Profitability.

Desired Candidate Profile

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

Professional Certifications (Preferred)

• RICS Membership or working towards MRICS.




• Certified Quantity Surveyor qualifications.




• Commercial Management certifications.




• Cost engineering certifications.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years of experience in MEP quantity surveying, estimation, or commercial management within the construction industry.




• Experience in luxury villas, high-end residential, hospitality, or turnkey construction projects is preferred.




• Experience in procurement, tendering, subcontractor management, and commercial administration.




• UAE/GCC experience is highly desirable.