Senior Quantity Surveyor (Post-Contract)

GINCO Cont. Co. LLC; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

GINCO Cont. Co. LLC is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor (Post-Contract) to lead post-contract cost control, valuation, variations, claims and subcontract commercial administration on project sites in the UAE.

You will guide the QS function, ensure commercial compliance, and support entitlements and cost accuracy throughout the project lifecycle. The role requires 7–12 years post-contract experience, strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, and proficiency with MS Excel/ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years post-contract commercial/QS experience in contracting.
• Experience in managing variations, claims and subcontract accounts.
• Middle East/GCC contracting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation, submission, and negotiation of variations and claims.
• Conduct detailed impact analysis for cost time entitlement components.
• Review, validate and approve monthly client payment applications.
• Oversee measurement valuation and certification of subcontract works.
• Administer back-charges, provisional items, and reconciliation statements.
• Support subcontract final account closure and negotiation.

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying or BE Civil (RICS preferred but not mandatory)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

ERP systems (SAP or similar)

Job description

Core Responsibilities

Variations Claims Entitlement ManagementLead preparation submission and negotiation of variations and claims Conduct detailed impact analysis for cost time entitlement components Manage substantiation supporting documentation and commercial narratives Ensure timely follow-up for approvals and commercial settlementsClient Valuations Payment ApplicationsReview validate and approve monthly client applications for payment Track certification progress rejections and reconciliation items Support revenue realization and cash flow optimization through timely invoicingSubcontract Administration Cost ControlOversee measurement valuation and certification of subcontract works Review subcontract agreements for commercial alignment with main contract Administer back-charges provisional items and reconciliation statements Support subcontract final account closure and negotiationContractual Correspondence Commercial DocumentationDraft and manage commercial correspondence including notices and responses Maintain commercial logs change registers and risk registers Ensure contractual and claim-related documentation is accurate and traceable Coordinate with Contract Admin on contractual obligations and complianceTeam Supervision Commercial SupportSupervise QS and Junior QS on measurement valuations and reporting tasks Mentor and support functional skill development within the commercial team Provide task cover and support during absence peak workload periods Contribute to cross-department coordination to resolve gaps and risksOutputs DeliverablesVariation and claim submissions with substantiation Client payment applications and certification tracking Subcontract payment certifications and reconciliations Commercial logs registers and cost trackers Final account documentation client subcontract Commercial correspondence and entitlement notices Mentoring support outputs for QS team

Qualifications

BSc Quantity Surveying or BE Civil (RICS preferred but not mandatory)

Experience

7–12 years post-contract commercial/QS experience in contracting Experience in managing variations, claims and subcontract accounts Middle East/GCC contracting experience preferred

Technical Competencies

Commercial measurement & valuation capability Strong contractual & claims knowledge (FIDIC preferred) Variation & final account preparation and negotiation Ability to review financial and commercial metrics Familiarity with cost control, budgeting & revenue tracking Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and ERP systems (SAP or similar)

Behavioural Competencies

Negotiation & stakeholder management skills Analytical, structured and detail-oriented mindset Strong documentation and communication discipline Team leadership and mentoring capability High accountability and follow-through

Final Accountability

Maximize commercial entitlements, protect project financial outcomes and ensure accuracy of commercial records by driving claims, valuations, cost controls and subcontract administration while developing QS team capability.

Designation

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Post-Contract)

Department

Commercial Work

Location

Project Based / Site Based

Reports To

Commercial Manager / Commercial Head

Supervises

Quantity Surveyor, Junior Quantity Surveyor

Stakeholders

Internal: Project Management, Cost Control, Planning, Procurement, Contract Admin, Site Teams External: Client, Consultants, Subcontractors, Suppliers

Purpose

Lead and manage post-contract cost control, valuation, variations, claims and subcontract commercial administration while guiding QS functions, strengthening commercial compliance, supporting contractual entitlements and ensuring timely recovery and cost accuracy throughout the project lifecycle.