Senior Quantity Surveyor (Pre Contracts) | Abu Dhabi, UAE

WSP; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor with over 10 years of pre-contract experience in heavy civil infrastructure projects. The role involves cost planning, tender documentation, and commercial management. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering and strong command of cost planning tools like CostX and Excel. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience.
• Recent experience in Abu Dhabi or the UAE.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for heavy civil projects.
• Conduct market rate analysis and support tendering process.
• Prepare and update cost reports and budgets.

Skills

Cost planning

Tender documentation

Market rate analysis

Communications skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

CostX

CATO

Excel

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Pre Contracts)

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Pre Contracts)

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Pre Contracts)

Job Description

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong pre-contract experience to join our head office team in Abu Dhabi . The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience working with construction consultancy firms on heavy civil infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, utilities, marine, or industrial infrastructure. The role will be focused on cost planning, tender documentation, BOQ preparation, procurement support , and early-stage commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ), cost estimates, and cost plans for heavy civil projects.
• Support preparation and review of tender and contract documentation in line with project specifications and FIDIC forms.
• Conduct market rate analysis, benchmarking, and risk-based estimating.
• Assist in managing the tendering process, including issuing RFQs, reviewing tender returns, and preparing tender evaluations.
• Coordinate with design and engineering teams to align quantity take-offs and specifications.
• Prepare and update cost reports, budgets, and procurement strategies during the design and tender stages.
• Support value engineering, life cycle costing, and feasibility assessments.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure clear commercial direction is maintained throughout pre-contract stages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience, with recent experience in Abu Dhabi or the UAE.
• Proven experience working with construction consultants on heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Solid understanding of FIDIC and other standard forms of contract.
• Prior experience working in a head office or design phase environment focused on pre-contract deliverables.
• Strong command of cost planning and estimating tools (e.g., CostX, CATO, Excel).
• Excellent knowledge of local market rates, Abu Dhabi authority requirements, and procurement procedures.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams under tight deadlines.
• MRICS or pursuing RICS accreditation (preferred).

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