Senior Quantity Surveyor - Building Experience

Al Marwan Group; Sharjah; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Marwan Group is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of large-scale UAE construction projects, including high-rise and deep excavation works.

You will oversee contract administration, cost control, subcontract management, variations, claims, and final accounts, collaborating with project teams and clients to maximize profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of continuous commercial management experience on large-scale UAE projects.
• MRICS / Chartered Quantity Surveyor status is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts (Red Book, Yellow Book).
• Excellent understanding of UAE market rates, material pricing, and subcontractor pricing.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with cost estimation software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, negotiate, and certify interim payment applications and certificates.
• Manage variations, change orders, pricing, submission, and commercial recovery.
• Prepare CVRs, cash-flow forecasts, and cost-to-complete reports.
• Manage subcontract procurement and administration, including tendering and contracting.
• Lead value engineering to optimize project costs while maintaining quality.
• Support EOT and prolongation cost claims substantiation.
• Oversee commercial aspects of claims and disputes with clients, consultants, and subs.
• Lead compilation, negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
• Monitor profitability, commercial risks, contractual obligations, and cost performance.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Design Teams and subcontractors on commercial matters.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Dispute resolution

Commercial management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

BIM-based quantity extraction

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1978, Al Marwan Group is a diversified organization serving the construction, heavy machinery, Oil & Gas, real estate, development, and Hospitality sectors across the GCC. The Group operates through multiple business units and subsidiaries, delivering integrated solutions supported by strong operational expertise and a well-established regional presence.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong expertise in commercial management of large-scale construction projects, particularly high-rise and deep excavation projects in the UAE. The role will be responsible for contract administration, cost control, subcontract management, variations, claims, and final account settlement.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, negotiate, and certify Interim Payment Applications and payment certificates.
• Manage variations and change orders, including pricing, submission, negotiation, and commercial recovery.
• Prepare detailed Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR), cash-flow forecasts, and cost-to-complete reports.
• Manage the subcontract procurement and administration process, including tendering, negotiations, and contract finalization.
• Lead value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs while maintaining quality and design requirements.
• Support the preparation and substantiation of Extension of Time (EOT) and prolongation cost claims.
• Manage commercial aspects of claims and disputes, including negotiations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Lead the compilation, negotiation, and agreement of Final Accounts.
• Monitor project profitability, commercial risks, contractual obligations, and cost performance.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Consultants, Design Teams, and subcontractors on commercial matters.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of continuous commercial management experience, preferably on high-rise and deep excavation projects in the UAE.
• MRICS / Chartered Quantity Surveyor status is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, particularly Red Book and Yellow Book.
• Excellent understanding of UAE construction market rates, material pricing, and subcontractor pricing.
• Strong experience in estimating and cost management software, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with BIM-based quantity extraction is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, commercial, and dispute-resolution skills.
• Good knowledge of UAE contractual and commercial practices.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.