Senior Quantity Surveyor - Tender & Cost Control Lead

Turiqa; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Turiqa is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator in the United Arab Emirates. You will lead tender analyses, prepare budgets, and coordinate with site and office teams to ensure precise cost control and timely bids.

With 10+ years in estimating and contract administration for major developments, you will manage subcontract evaluations, prepare variations, and support project delivery across diverse high-rise, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with 10+ years in estimating and Bills of Quantities or Contract Administration for major civil, commercial, residential, high-rise and industrial projects.
• Extensive UAE contracting firm experience, with high-rise project exposure.
• Proficient in measurement methods and cost analysis techniques.
• Strong computer skills: Excel, Word, MS Project and estimating software.
• Knowledge of contract principles and ability to identify deviations in contracts.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Able to collaborate in a multicultural workforce.
• Willingness to work on site or at Head Office.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly examine tender documents, identify discrepancies, and prepare technical clarification letters.
• Prepare detailed budget estimates.
• Perform accurate quantity take-offs.
• Develop subcontract bid documents.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations technically and commercially and negotiate.

Skills

Cost estimation

Contract administration

Subcontract negotiations

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

MS Project

Estimating software

Job description

Turiqa is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator in the United Arab Emirates. You will lead tender analyses, prepare budgets, and coordinate with site and office teams to ensure precise cost control and timely bids.

With 10+ years in estimating and contract administration for major developments, you will manage subcontract evaluations, prepare variations, and support project delivery across diverse high-rise, commercial, and industrial sectors.