Senior QS Manager - Mega-Project Commercial Lead

Confidential Construction; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Construction is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveying Manager in Dubai with a proven track record delivering mega construction projects. The ideal candidate will oversee commercial management, cost control, procurement, and contract administration across major developments including high-rise towers and hospitality projects.

MRICS status is preferred; 15+ years of experience in quantity surveying and commercial management are required, with strong leadership and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum 15+ years of Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management experience in the construction industry.
• Experience managing commercial and contractual aspects of mega construction projects (AED 500M+).
• Exposure to high-rise residential towers, commercial developments, hospitality projects, and large-scale infrastructure works.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, budgeting, forecasting, procurement, and change management.
• Experience with FIDIC contracts and international forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Lead all project commercial activities from pre-contract through post-contract stages.
• Develop and implement robust cost management and commercial strategies.
• Monitor project budgets, cash flow, variations, claims, and contractual risks.
• Ensure effective procurement and subcontract management.
• Prepare and review commercial reports for senior management.
• Drive project profitability while ensuring contractual compliance and risk mitigation.
• Manage and develop the Quantity Surveying team to achieve objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cost reporting

Contract administration

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Team mentoring

ERP platforms

QS software

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

ERP platforms

QS software

FIDIC contracts

Job description

Confidential Construction is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveying Manager in Dubai with a proven track record delivering mega construction projects. The ideal candidate will oversee commercial management, cost control, procurement, and contract administration across major developments including high-rise towers and hospitality projects.

MRICS status is preferred; 15+ years of experience in quantity surveying and commercial management are required, with strong leadership and stakeholder