Senior Quantity Surveyor: Cost Control & Value Engineering

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Dubai is seeking aSenior Quantity Surveyor with 8+ years’ experience in infrastructure or building projects to lead cost estimation, risk assessment, and contract administration. You will oversee subcontract negotiations, provide value engineering insights, and report on budgets and forecasts.

Proficiency in CostX, AutoCAD and MS Office is required, with excellent English communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• MRICS or equivalent professional certification.
• 8+ years of quantity surveying experience on infra or building projects.
• Proficient with CostX, AutoCAD and MS Office.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• Fluency in English; open to all nationalities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates across all project phases from inception to completion.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage contracts, payment applications, change orders and variations.
• Oversee subcontract negotiations and terms with subcontractors.
• Advise on cost-saving opportunities and value engineering.
• Prepare and present cost forecasts and budget performance analyses.
• Mentor junior quantity surveyors and promote best practices.
• Conduct site visits to verify quantities and monitor progress.
• Resolve disputes and claims to minimize financial impact.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers for smooth execution.

Skills

Cost estimation

Risk assessment

Contract administration

Subcontract negotiation

Value engineering

Financial reporting

Mentoring

Site visits

Dispute resolution

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Construction Management

MRICS certification

Tools

CostX

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Confidential Company in Dubai is seeking aSenior Quantity Surveyor with 8+ years’ experience in infrastructure or building projects to lead cost estimation, risk assessment, and contract administration. You will oversee subcontract negotiations, provide value engineering insights, and report on budgets and forecasts.

Proficiency in CostX, AutoCAD and MS Office is required, with excellent English communication and leadership skills.