Senior Quantity Surveyor

Mira Construction; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Mira Construction in Dubai seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial and cost management across major projects from pre-contract to completion. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in QS/CE, 10+ years on large-scale projects, strong knowledge of cost planning, BOQ, tendering and FIDIC contracts, and excellent English communication.

You will work with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement and Finance to monitor costs and provide forecasts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in Quantity Surveying or related commercial role.
• Experience on large-scale construction projects.
• Knowledge of cost planning, BOQ, tendering and procurement.
• FIDIC or standard contract knowledge.
• Experience with contractors or consultancies preferred.
• Proficiency in QS software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• Professional working English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and cost plans.
• Prepare review and manage Bills of Quantities.
• Quantities take-offs and BOQ management.
• Cost analysis and expenditure evaluation against budgets.
• Valuation of works, interim payments and final accounts.
• Review variations, change orders, claims and notices.
• Support tendering and procurement activities including bid evaluation.
• Negotiate and manage commercial aspects with contractors and suppliers.
• Monitor project costs and prepare cost reports and forecasts.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and procedures.
• Work with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement and Finance teams.

Skills

Cost management

Tendering

Negotiation

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in QS/CE

Tools

Cost software

BOQ software

Contract tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Dubai. The successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial and cost management of major construction projects from pre-contract stages through project completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates
• cost plans and project budgets
• Prepare review and manage Bills of Quantities
• BOQ and quantity take-offs
• Conduct cost analysis and evaluate project expenditures against approved budgets
• Manage the valuation of works interim payments and final accounts
• Review and assess variations change orders claims and contractual notices
• Support tendering and procurement activities including the evaluation of bids and subcontractor proposals
• Negotiate and manage commercial aspects with contractors subcontractors and suppliers
• Monitor project costs and prepare regular cost reports and forecasts for management
• Identify commercial and financial risks and propose appropriate mitigation measures
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and project commercial procedures
• Work closely with Project Managers Engineers Procurement and Finance teams throughout the project lifecycle

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or Commercial Management
• Proven experience on large-scale construction projects
• Strong knowledge of cost planning, estimating, BOQ preparation, tendering and procurement
• Solid experience with contract administration, variations, claims and final accounts
• Good understanding of FIDIC and other standard forms of construction contracts
• Experience working with contractors and/or consultancy companies is highly preferred
• Proficiency in relevant cost management and quantity surveying software
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills
• Professional working proficiency in English