Senior Quantity Surveyor

Innovo Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 223,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovo Group is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage costs across building construction projects in the UAE. The role focuses on cost estimation, BOQs, and variations, with responsibility for interim payments, final accounts, and subcontractor coordination.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of relevant experience, strong MS Excel skills, and familiarity with UAE contracting standards. Join a leading contractor and contribute to project success in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
• 5–7 years of relevant quantity surveying and commercial management experience.
• Experience with leading UAE building contractors is preferred.
• Solid knowledge of contracts, BOQs, take-offs, cost estimation, variation management, and final accounts.
• Experience in subcontractor management, interim payments, and cost control.
• Good understanding of UAE construction practices and contractual procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and QS software; ERP exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review quantity take-offs, BOQs, and cost estimates.
• Monitor costs against budgets and flag overruns.
• Prepare cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and progress reports.
• Evaluate variations, claims, and ensure cost recovery.
• Coordinate with project team on commercial matters and reporting.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

BOQs

Cost estimation

Contract administration

Subcontractor management

Cost control

MS Excel

QS software

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Quantity surveying software

ERP systems

Job description

Managing and controlling project costs, overseeing procurement and Contracts, mitigating risks, and ensuring successful project completion within specified time, budget, and quality constraints.

Quantity Surveying and Cost Management

• Prepare and review detailed quantity take-offs, bills of quantities (BOQs), and cost estimates for building construction projects.
• Monitor project costs against approved budgets and identify potential cost overruns.
• Prepare cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and commercial progress reports.
• Evaluate variations, additional works, and claims to ensure accurate cost recovery.
• Conduct cost analysis and value engineering exercises to optimize project expenditure.

2. Contract Administration

• Review contract documents, specifications, BOQs, and commercial terms to identify contractual risks and obligations.
• Administer construction contracts in accordance with agreed terms and conditions.
• Prepare, review, and submit interim payment applications and final accounts.
• Manage contractual correspondence, variation orders, claims, and extension-of-time cost implications in coordination with the project team.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, project specifications, and commercial procedures.

3. Subcontractor and Supplier Management

• Prepare and evaluate subcontractor and supplier enquiries, quotations, and commercial proposals.
• Review subcontractor BOQs, scope of work, and commercial terms.
• Negotiate subcontractor rates and commercial conditions to achieve project cost targets.
• Verify subcontractor progress claims, payment applications, and final accounts.
• Monitor subcontractor commitments and ensure alignment with the approved project budget.

4. Project Coordination and Reporting

• Coordinate with project managers, construction teams, planning engineers, procurement, and other stakeholders on commercial matters.
• Conduct site visits to verify completed works, quantities, and progress claims.
• Maintain accurate records of project costs, variations, commitments, and payments.
• Support tendering and estimation teams with quantity take-offs, rate analysis, and cost benchmarking.
• Provide regular commercial updates and recommendations to senior management.

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is mandatory.

Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying and commercial management within the building construction industry.

Proven experience working with leading building construction contractors in the UAE.

Strong knowledge of construction contracts, BOQs, quantity take-offs, cost estimation, variation management, and final account settlements.

Practical experience in subcontractor management, interim payment applications, and cost control.

Good understanding of UAE construction practices, commercial procedures, and contractual requirements.

Proficiency in MS Excel and quantity surveying software; experience with ERP systems is an advantage.