Senior Quantity Surveyor (Fit-Out Manufacturing)

Azizi Developments; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Azizi Developments in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage quantity surveying, cost estimation, budgeting, and commercial control across fit-out manufacturing projects. You will ensure accurate cost planning, contractual compliance, and profitability while coordinating with design, engineering, procurement, production, and project teams.

The role requires 5–8 years of relevant UAE/GCC experience, strong take-off and BOQ skills, and proficiency in Excel and QS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying and commercial management within fit-out, interior contracting, joinery, or manufacturing-related projects.
• Relevant UAE or GCC experience is mandatory.
• Strong experience in quantity take-offs, BOQ preparation, cost estimation, tendering, budgeting, and cost control.
• Knowledge of fit-out materials, joinery works, interior finishes, manufacturing processes, and installation activities.
• Experience in variation assessments, interim payment applications, final accounts, and subcontractor commercial management.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and quantity surveying or estimating software; knowledge of AutoCAD and ERP systems is an advantage.
• Strong numerical, analytical, negotiation, and commercial skills.
• Excellent communication, reporting, organizational, and coordination abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings, specifications, BOQs, and tender documents to determine project scope and cost requirements.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs, cost estimates, BOQs, and pricing schedules for fit-out and manufacturing works.
• Develop project budgets, cost plans, and cost breakdowns covering materials, labour, machinery, production, installation, and subcontracted works.
• Analyze material, labour, and production costs to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve project profitability.
• Prepare tender submissions, commercial proposals, cost comparisons, and detailed pricing for fit-out manufacturing projects.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, procurement, and production teams to validate quantities, specifications, material requirements, and manufacturing costs.
• Review supplier and subcontractor quotations, evaluate commercial terms, and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Monitor actual project expenditure against approved budgets and prepare regular cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Evaluate variations, additional works, and changes in project scope, preparing accurate cost assessments and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and review interim payment applications, progress claims, final accounts, and subcontractor payment certifications, as applicable.
• Manage contractual and commercial documentation, ensuring compliance with project terms, conditions, and agreed commercial procedures.
• Identify commercial risks, potential cost overruns, and budget deviations, recommending appropriate corrective measures.
• Support value engineering initiatives while maintaining required quality standards, design specifications, and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of project costs, commitments, variations, claims, and commercial correspondence.
• Coordinate with project managers, site teams, finance, procurement, and other stakeholders to ensure effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and preparation of supporting documents for commercial claims.
• Ensure timely submission of cost reports and commercial updates to management.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Commercial management

Negotiation

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

ERP systems

Job description

To manage all quantity surveying, cost estimation, budgeting, commercial management, and cost-control activities for fit-out manufacturing projects. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will ensure accurate cost planning, effective budget monitoring, contractual compliance, and profitability while coordinating with design, engineering, procurement, production, and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Review project drawings, specifications, BOQs, and tender documents to determine project scope and cost requirements.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs, cost estimates, BOQs, and pricing schedules for fit-out and manufacturing works.
• Develop project budgets, cost plans, and cost breakdowns covering materials, labour, machinery, production, installation, and subcontracted works.
• Analyze material, labour, and production costs to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve project profitability.
• Prepare tender submissions, commercial proposals, cost comparisons, and detailed pricing for fit-out manufacturing projects.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, procurement, and production teams to validate quantities, specifications, material requirements, and manufacturing costs.
• Review supplier and subcontractor quotations, evaluate commercial terms, and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Monitor actual project expenditure against approved budgets and prepare regular cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Evaluate variations, additional works, and changes in project scope, preparing accurate cost assessments and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and review interim payment applications, progress claims, final accounts, and subcontractor payment certifications, as applicable.
• Manage contractual and commercial documentation, ensuring compliance with project terms, conditions, and agreed commercial procedures.
• Identify commercial risks, potential cost overruns, and budget deviations, recommending appropriate corrective measures.
• Support value engineering initiatives while maintaining required quality standards, design specifications, and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of project costs, commitments, variations, claims, and commercial correspondence.
• Coordinate with project managers, site teams, finance, procurement, and other stakeholders to ensure effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and preparation of supporting documents for commercial claims.
• Ensure timely submission of cost reports and commercial updates to management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying and commercial management within fit-out, interior contracting, joinery, or manufacturing-related projects.
• Relevant UAE or GCC experience is mandatory.
• Strong experience in quantity take-offs, BOQ preparation, cost estimation, tendering, budgeting, and cost control.
• Knowledge of fit-out materials, joinery works, interior finishes, manufacturing processes, and installation activities.
• Experience in variation assessments, interim payment applications, final accounts, and subcontractor commercial management.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and quantity surveying or estimating software; knowledge of AutoCAD and ERP systems is an advantage.
• Strong numerical, analytical, negotiation, and commercial skills.
• Excellent communication, reporting, organizational, and coordination abilities.