Senior Quantity Surveyor - Contracts and Commercial

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 312,480 - 468,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Long-term career growth

Collaborative high-performance work environment

Job summary

Parsons in Dubai is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage contract administration and commercial functions on major infrastructure projects. The role requires a minimum of 15 years of experience and expertise in cost control and financial reporting.

This senior-level position offers opportunities to lead on large-scale developments while ensuring contractual compliance and managing risks effectively. Competitive compensation and career growth are included along with a high-performance work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in contract administration for infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC, CESMM, and contract standards.
• Experience in roads and large infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractual and commercial correspondence across project stakeholders.
• Oversee cost reporting, variations, claims, and financial tracking systems.
• Maintain logs for payments, variations, and claims to ensure accurate records.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and supervision teams on contractual matters.
• Prepare and review tender documents and commercial reports.

Skills

Contract administration and commercial management

Cost control and financial reporting

Claims management and dispute resolution

Quantity surveying and measurement principles

Tender preparation and evaluation

Knowledge of FIDIC and CESMM standards

Stakeholder coordination and negotiation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Professional membership such as MRICS

Job description

Overview

• Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Location: Dubai, UAE
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Cost Estimating
• Experience: Minimum 15 years
• Job Type: Full-time

Senior Quantity Surveyor role in Dubai, UAE within the Civil Engineering sector offers a senior-level hiring opportunity to manage contract administration, cost control, and commercial activities on major infrastructure projects. This role focuses on overseeing financial performance, handling claims and variations, and ensuring contractual compliance across project lifecycle.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Cost Estimating
• Salary: 28000-42000
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Senior Quantity Surveyor is responsible for leading commercial and contractual functions, ensuring project costs are controlled and risks are managed effectively. This role contributes directly to project profitability, contract compliance, and successful delivery of large-scale infrastructure works.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage contractual and commercial correspondence across project stakeholders
• Oversee cost reporting, variations, claims, and financial tracking systems
• Maintain logs for payments, variations, and claims to ensure accurate records
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and supervision teams on contractual matters
• Review bills of quantities, financial reports, and measurement submissions
• Evaluate and process interim and final payment certificates
• Prepare and review tender documents and commercial reports
• Manage variation orders, change orders, and new rate submissions
• Support cost planning and cost control functions across the project
• Assist in claims evaluation and dispute resolution processes
• Draft and review contractual letters and documentation
• Guide junior quantity surveyors on measurement and contract procedures

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field
• Minimum 15 years of experience in contract administration for infrastructure projects
• Professional membership such as MRICS is required
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC, CESMM, and contract standards
• Experience in roads and large infrastructure projects
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Skills Set

• Contract administration and commercial management
• Cost control and financial reporting
• Claims management and dispute resolution
• Quantity surveying and measurement principles
• Tender preparation and evaluation
• Knowledge of FIDIC and CESMM standards
• Stakeholder coordination and negotiation

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with Parsons Corporation on major Dubai infrastructure projects
• Senior role with leadership responsibilities in commercial management
• Exposure to large-scale roads and infrastructure developments
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth
• Collaborative and high-performance work environment

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a globally recognized engineering and infrastructure consultancy delivering innovative solutions across transportation, urban development, and construction sectors. With a strong presence in Dubai, Parsons supports major infrastructure programs and provides professionals with opportunities to lead high-impact projects and build successful careers.