Quantity Surveyor - Pre & Post Contract

T H K BUILDING CONTRACTING L.L.C; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

T H K Building Contracting L.L.C in Dubai seeks an experienced Pre-Contract Quantity Surveyor to lead cost estimation, tendering, and pre-award budgeting for complex construction projects.

You will review drawings, prepare BOQs, analyse potential costs, and coordinate with procurement and project teams to ensure competitive pricing and commercial success.

7–10 years' experience in QS, MRICS preferred. On-site role with emphasis on accuracy, risk assessment, and value optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• MRICS qualification is an advantage.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying.
• Strong knowledge of measurement standards and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents and drawings to understand project requirements.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for tenders.
• Prepare and review BOQs and cost breakdowns.
• Analyse costs including materials, labour, plant, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with procurement and project teams for cost inputs.
• Support post-contract commercial management and cost reporting.
• Identify risks and propose cost-saving options.
• Prepare tender clarifications and commercial responses.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost Estimation

Tendering

Measurement & Valuation

Budgeting & Cost Planning

Risk & Variance Management

Client & Subcontractor Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS (advantage)

Bachelor's degree in Commercial Management

Job description

Pre-Contract Quantity Surveying and Cost Estimation

• type 1 Review tender documents architectural and structural drawings specifications scope of work and other relevant documents to understand project requirements
• type 1 Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and measurements from drawings and specifications for building and construction works
• type 1 Prepare review and verify Bills of Quantities BOQs in accordance with project requirements and recognised measurement standards
• type 1 Prepare cost estimates quantity calculations rate analyses and preliminary cost assessments for tender submissions
• type 1 Analyse material labour plant equipment subcontracting and other project-related costs to establish competitive and commercially viable rates
• type 1 Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors in coordination with the Procurement Department
• type 1 Prepare tender pricing schedules cost breakdowns and commercial summaries for management review
• type 1 Identify discrepancies omissions ambiguities and inconsistencies in tender documents and seek clarification from the relevant parties
• type 1 Assist in preparing tender queries requests for information qualifications exclusions assumptions and commercial clarifications
• type 1 Assess project risks potential cost exposures and pricing contingencies and highlight these to the reporting manager
• type 1 Prepare alternative pricing options value engineering proposals and cost-saving recommendations where required
• type 1 Support the preparation of tender submissions ensuring completeness accuracy and compliance with the tender requirements and submission deadlines

B Tender Evaluation and Commercial Negotiation

• type 1 Review tender requirements conditions of contract specifications BOQs and pricing schedules to identify commercial risks and obligations
• type 1 Prepare comparative statements for subcontractor and supplier quotations highlighting pricing differences scope gaps exclusions and deviations
• type 1 Evaluate subcontractor and supplier rates against project requirements estimated costs market quotations and budget allowances
• type 1 Assist in commercial negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to achieve competitive rates and favourable contractual terms
• type 1 Review proposed subcontractor scopes and pricing to ensure alignment with the main contract requirements and project budget
• type 1 Assist in preparing tender clarifications commercial qualifications and responses to client or consultant queries
• type 1 Identify potential risks relating to payment terms retention liquidated damages bonds warranties provisional sums and other contractual provisions
• type 1 Coordinate with the Estimation Procurement Engineering Planning and Project Teams to validate tender assumptions and cost inputs
• type 1 Prepare tender handover documentation including the approved BOQ cost breakdowns rate build-ups commercial assumptions exclusions and key contractual risks
• type 1 Participate in tender review meetings and present cost estimates commercial comparisons and pricing recommendations to management

C Pre-Contract Budgeting and Cost Planning

• type 1 Prepare project cost plans and preliminary budgets based on the approved scope drawings specifications and available design information
• type 1 Develop and maintain cost breakdown structures covering materials labour equipment subcontractors preliminaries and other project expenses
• type 1 Review design changes and their estimated cost implications during the tender and pre-award stages
• type 1 Assist in evaluating value engineering options and alternative construction methods to optimise project costs without compromising quality or contractual requirements
• type 1 Identify potential budget overruns cost uncertainties and commercial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures
• type 1 Support management in establishing target costs and evaluating the commercial viability of prospective projects

D Post-Contract Administration and Commercial Management

• type 1 Administer the commercial and contractual aspects of assigned construction projects throughout the post-contract and construction stages
• type 1 Review contract documents BOQs specifications drawings and conditions of contract to ensure accurate interpretation and application
• type 1 Monitor compliance with contractual requirements commercial procedures and project-specific obligations
• type 1 Maintain accurate records of contractual correspondence site instructions variation orders and other commercial documentation
• type 1 Provide commercial assessments and recommendations to the Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager on contractual financial and cost-related matters
• type 1 Review the approved tender estimate and cost breakdown during project handover to establish the basis for monitoring project commercial performance

E Measurement Valuation and Payment Assessment

• type 1 Measure and value completed construction works in accordance with contract requirements and applicable measurement standards
• type 1 Review contractor interim payment applications and verify claimed quantities supporting documents and reported work progress
• type 1 Coordinate with project and site supervision teams to verify completed works through site inspections measurement records and progress reports
• type 1 Prepare interim payment assessments and recommendations for certification in accordance with contractual provisions and delegated authority
• type 1 Identify discrepancies unsupported claims incorrect rates and overstatements in payment applications and recommend appropriate adjustments
• type 1 Prepare and maintain records of measured quantities certified amounts payments and outstanding balances
• type 1 Review subcontractor payment applications where assigned and verify the value of work completed against subcontract terms and project records

EducationBachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.MRICS or an equivalent recognised professional accreditation is an advantage.Professional Experience7–10 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying and Pre & post-contract commercial management within the construction industry.Proven experience in building construction projects, including contractor-side, consultancy, or construction supervision environments.Demonstrated experience in measurement and valuation, interim payment assessments, variation management, claims assessment, cost reporting, and final accounts.Practical experience in administering construction contracts and assessing contractual entitlements.Strong understanding of FIDIC forms of contract and their practical application.Working knowledge of recognised measurement standards, such as POMI, NRM, or SMM.Experience coordinating with project teams, contractors, consultants, and clients on commercial and contractual matters.