Quantity Surveyor

Archcorp Architectural Engineering; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Dubai is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage cost planning, contract management, and project budgeting. You will prepare estimates, handle pre and post-contract tasks, and ensure compliance with UAE construction laws. Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience and a relevant degree. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work on diverse projects while collaborating with a dedicated design team.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the UAE.
• Expertise in Pre-Contract and Post-Contract phases.
• Familiarity with UAE building codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost plans and estimates for projects.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and cost calculations.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities and ensure contract compliance.

Skills

Cost estimation

Contract management

UAE construction laws

Risk management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Diploma in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

Archcorp Architectural Engineering | Full time

Quantity Surveyor UAE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 07/31/2024

As a Quantity Surveyor at ARCHCORP, you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks, including:

• Preparing cost plans and cost estimates.
• Handling pre and post contract correspondence.
• Conducting quantity take-offs and cost calculations for architectural, ID, structural, and MEP works.
• Preparing Bills of Quantities and contract conditions based on standard contract conditions (FIDIC) as applicable in the UAE.
• Creating tender documents, clarifications, and addendums.
• Evaluating and analyzing contractor's tender submissions.
• Preparing Letters of Acceptance (LOAs) and contract agreements.
• Evaluating, negotiating, and selecting suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Writing specifications with up-to-date knowledge of materials and their applications.
• Verifying contractor's interim and final payment certificates.
• Evaluating and reporting on provisional sum and PC rate items.
• Handling variations and finalizing them.
• Preparing cost budgets and pricing for contract variations.
• Monitoring project cost and providing cost reports.
• Utilizing cost planning, estimating, cost analysis, cost-in-use studies, and value management techniques to establish project budgets.
• Identifying, evaluating, and estimating levels of project risks and advising the organization on risk management strategies.
• Collaborating with the design team from the initial concept stage to provide valuable input and ideas.
• Preparing and maintaining project documents, including correspondence, meeting minutes, and notes.
• Paying meticulous attention to detail to minimize errors.
• Implementing processes to ensure project progress visibility to the teams.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent qualification.

2-5 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the UAE or a similar region, with expertise in Pre-Contract and Post-Contract phases.

Familiarity with UAE construction laws, regulations and building codes.

Knowledge of standard methods of measurements, POMI.

Membership in relevant professional organizations is a plus but not mandatory.