Senior Quantity Surveyor – Pre Contract

Atkins Realis; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The ideal candidate will have 12 to 15 years of experience in pre-contract management with a focus on hospitality and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include overseeing cost planning, managing tenders, and leading commercial negotiations. This position offers a tax-free salary, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals.

Benefits

Tax‑free salary

Comprehensive life insurance coverage

Premium medical insurance

Generous annual leave balance

Flexible and hybrid work solutions

Remote work opportunities

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Relocation assistance

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• 12 to 15 years of post-degree relevant experience in pre-contract and commercial management.
• Sector experience in hospitality, residential buildings, or infrastructure.
• Consultant and/or client-side experience of at least 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Oversee feasibility and detailed design cost planning and estimating.
• Lead preparation of Bills of Quantities and Monthly Cost Reports.
• Manage tender processes and lead commercial negotiations.

Skills

Experience with FIDIC Contracts

Proficient in QS software (Cost X or similar)

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent English technical writing ability

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor with extensive experience in Pre-Contract Management to join our team at (Dubai/ Abu Dhabi), UAE.

Your role

Pre-Contract Duties

• Oversee feasibility, concept, schematic, and detailed design cost planning and estimating.
• Lead preparation of Bills of Quantities, Pre-Tender Estimates, and Monthly Cost Reports.
• Drive Value Engineering to optimize costs and project efficiency.
• Manage tender processes, including preparation of Instructions to Tenderers, tender analysis, and contract documentation.
• Lead commercial negotiations and attend design and commercial meetings to support pre-contract stages.

About you

• Experience with FIDIC Contracts preferred.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying from a recognized university.
• 12 to 15 years of post-degree relevant experience in pre-contract and commercial management.
• Sector experience in hospitality, residential buildings, or infrastructure.
• Consultant and/or client-side experience of at least 4 years.
• Proficient in QS software (Cost X or similar).
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Excellent English technical writing ability and comprehensive project background.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career.

• Tax‑free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations).
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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