Quantity Surveyor / Site Engineer

RCD Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

RCD Dubai is seeking a talented Quantity Surveyor / Site Engineer to join our retail design team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with retail fit-out and joinery, and a strong grasp of cost estimation, budgets and project coordination.

You'll manage quantities, prepare BOQs and cost estimates, supervise site activities, review drawings, and coordinate with clients, designers, contractors and suppliers to keep projects on time and on budget.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quantity surveying and site engineering within the retail fit-out and joinery sectors.
• Ability to review drawings, specifications and tender documentation to prepare quantity take-offs, BOQs and cost estimates.
• Experience in preparing and evaluating supplier and contractor quotations, tender submissions and procurement packages.
• Ability to monitor project budgets, assess variations, evaluate payment applications and maintain cost records.
• Experience in conducting site inspections, monitoring construction progress and ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Knowledge of airport retail environments, including airport applications, authority approvals, security regulations and operational requirements, is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage quantities, BOQs and cost estimates for retail fit-out and joinery projects.
• Coordinate with clients, designers, consultants, contractors and suppliers to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Oversee site activities, inspections and progress to ensure works meet approved designs and budgets.
• Review technical drawings and tender documentation and manage procurement packages.
• Monitor budgets, variations and cost records throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Site engineering

Retail fit-out

Joinery

Cost estimation

Tender documentation

Budget monitoring

Site supervision

Coordination

Communication

Job description

We Are Hiring | Quantity Surveyor / Site Engineer

• We are a retail design consultancy looking for a talented and motivated Quantity Surveyor / Site Engineer to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in retail fit-out and joinery projects, with a strong understanding of quantity surveying, cost estimation, construction methods, technical coordination and site supervision.

The role requires a hands‑on professional capable of managing project costs, coordinating with contractors and suppliers, and overseeing site activities to ensure that works are executed in accordance with approved designs, specifications, budgets and project timelines.

Previous experience in airport retail projects, including knowledge of airport applications, approvals, security regulations and operational requirements, would be a significant advantage.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in quantity surveying and site engineering within the retail fit‑out and joinery sectors.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, joinery detailing, materials, finishes and installation requirements.
• Ability to review technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation to prepare accurate quantity take‑offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates.
• Experience in preparing and evaluating supplier and contractor quotations, tender submissions and procurement packages.
• Ability to monitor project budgets, assess variations, evaluate payment applications and maintain accurate cost records throughout the project lifecycle.
• Experience in conducting site inspections, monitoring construction progress and ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Strong coordination skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, designers, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Ability to identify discrepancies between design documentation and site conditions, proactively proposing practical and cost‑effective solutions.
• Experience in managing site documentation, progress reports, material approvals, RFIs, snagging and project handover requirements.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Knowledge of airport retail environments, including airport applications, authority approvals, security regulations, access permits and operational requirements, is a significant advantage.

We operate in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment where teamwork, adaptability and commitment are essential.

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Team players with strong communication and coordination skills, capable of working effectively with both design and construction teams.
• Comfortable working under pressure, managing tight project deadlines and responding efficiently to site‑related challenges.
• Highly motivated, resilient and capable of maintaining performance in a demanding work environment.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented and solution‑driven, with the ability to anticipate potential issues and take initiative.
• Flexible and willing to learn new skills, take on unfamiliar tasks and support the wider team when required.
• Capable of balancing office‑based quantity surveying responsibilities with hands‑on site supervision and coordination.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy and cost control.
• Committed to fostering a positive, collaborative working environment while ensuring accountability and efficiency across all project stages.

If you are passionate about retail design and construction, enjoy working across both technical and site‑based disciplines, and thrive in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment, we would love to hear from you.