Senior Quantity Surveyor (Buildings)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial and contractual aspects of major building projects.

You will manage cost control, claims, variations, procurement, and project financials across the full lifecycle. Based in Abu Dhabi, you will prepare BOQs, tender documents, administer contracts, negotiate interim payments and final accounts, monitor budgets, and provide guidance to project teams while liaising with clients and authorities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years in quantity surveying with commercial and contract management.
• At least 5 years in UAE.
• Experience delivering commercial services on large-scale building projects.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all quantity surveying and commercial activities on building projects.
• Prepare cost estimates, quantity take-offs, BOQs, tender documentation, and contract documents.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project requirements.
• Review, evaluate, and negotiate variations, claims, extension of time submissions, and additional cost claims.
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim payment applications and final accounts.
• Monitor project budgets, cash flow, forecasts, and commercial performance.
• Provide commercial and contractual support to Project Managers, Resident Engineers, and project teams.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, contract administration, and final account settlements.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation measures.
• Maintain accurate records of contractual correspondence, commercial documentation, and project financial data.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and relevant authorities on commercial and contractual matters.
• Participate in project meetings, progress reviews, and commercial negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and health and safety requirements.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports and management updates.

Skills

FIDIC contracts

Contract administration

Cost control

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

MS Office

QS software

Job description

Requisition Number: 24483BR

Description:

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of major building projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in cost management, contract administration, claims management, variation assessment, procurement support, and project financial control throughout the project lifecycle.

The role will be based in Abu Dhabi.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all quantity surveying and commercial activities on building projects.
• Prepare cost estimates, quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), tender documentation, and contract documents.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project requirements.
• Review, evaluate, and negotiate variations, claims, extension of time submissions, and additional cost claims.
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim payment applications and final accounts.
• Monitor project budgets, cash flow, forecasts, and commercial performance.
• Provide commercial and contractual support to Project Managers, Resident Engineers, and project teams.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, contract administration, and final account settlements.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation measures.
• Maintain accurate records of contractual correspondence, commercial documentation, and project financial data.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and relevant authorities on commercial and contractual matters.
• Participate in project meetings, progress reviews, and commercial negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and health and safety requirements.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports and management updates.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with a strong background in commercial and contract management for building projects.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in the UAE.
• Proven experience delivering commercial services on large-scale building projects, including residential, commercial, mixed-use, hospitality, healthcare, or institutional developments.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and contract administration practices.
• Experience in claims management, variation assessment, cost control, procurement, and final account negotiations.
• Strong analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and commercial management software.
• Experience working on projects with major developers, government entities, or consultants in the UAE is highly desirable.

About Stantec:

We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.

The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!

Work Location(s):United Arab Emirates-Abu Dhabi

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Regular

Job Category: Civil Engineering