Senior Quantity Surveyor – Water Infrastructure

Brainstorm Headhunting Specialist; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 145,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Brainstorm Headhunting Specialist seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong exposure to water infrastructure and underground utilities in the UAE. You will oversee commercial and contractual activities across the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will manage BOQs, cost estimates, variations, claims, subcontractor payments, and final accounts, with procurement and tender experience. 8–12+ years in water infra and FIDIC familiarity are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8–12+ years of Quantity Surveying / Commercial experience.
• Strong experience in water infrastructure / utility projects is mandatory.
• Experience with water pipelines, potable water networks, sewerage/wastewater networks, pumping stations, irrigation networks, STP/WTP and underground utilities.
• Strong knowledge of BOQ preparation, quantity take-offs, cost estimation, variations, claims, cost control, and final accounts.
• Experience with subcontractor commercial management, payment certification, and final account settlement.
• Good understanding of FIDIC and construction contracts.
• UAE/GCC project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage QS and commercial activities for water infrastructure and utility projects.
• Prepare and review BOQs, quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and project budgets.
• Handle interim payment applications, variations, change orders, and claims.
• Evaluate and certify subcontractor payment applications.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts, and overall commercial performance.
• Prepare regular cost reports and identify commercial risks, overruns and savings.
• Review contracts, specs, drawings, BOQs, and other commercial docs.
• Manage subcontractor commercial matters through the project lifecycle.
• Prepare, negotiate, and close subcontractor final accounts.
• Support procurement activities and tender evaluation for subcontract packages.
• Maintain documentation for claims, variations, notices, and contractual correspondence.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, procurement, finance, and commercial teams.
• Support project close-out and final accounts.

Skills

BOQ preparation

Cost estimation

Variations and claims

Subcontractor management

Payment certification

Final accounts

Procurement support

Tender evaluation

Cost control

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Water Infrastructure

Location: UAE
Salary: AED 13,000 – AED 15,600 per month
Experience: 8–12+ years
Industry: Water Infrastructure / Utilities / Construction
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong exposure to water infrastructure and underground utility projects.

The candidate will be responsible for commercial and contractual activities, cost control, variations, claims, subcontractor management, payment certification, and final accounts throughout the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with water pipelines, potable water networks, sewerage/wastewater networks, pumping stations, irrigation networks, STP/WTP, and other underground utility projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage QS and commercial activities for water infrastructure and utility projects.
• Prepare and review BOQs, quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and project budgets.
• Handle interim payment applications, variations, change orders, and claims.
• Evaluate and certify subcontractor payment applications.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts, and overall commercial performance.
• Prepare regular cost reports and identify potential commercial risks, cost overruns, and savings opportunities.
• Review contracts, specifications, drawings, BOQs, and other commercial documentation.
• Manage subcontractor commercial matters throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare, negotiate, and close subcontractor final accounts.
• Support procurement activities and tender evaluation for subcontract packages.
• Maintain proper documentation for claims, variations, notices, and contractual correspondence.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, procurement, finance, and commercial teams.
• Support project close-out and preparation of final accounts.
• Ensure commercial activities are carried out in accordance with contractual requirements and project procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8–12+ years of Quantity Surveying / Commercial experience.
• Strong experience in water infrastructure / utility projects is mandatory.
• Experience with projects involving:
  • Water pipelines
  • Potable water networks
  • Sewerage / wastewater networks
  • Pumping stations
  • Irrigation networks
  • STP / WTP
  • Underground utilities
• Strong knowledge of BOQ preparation, quantity take-offs, cost estimation, variations, claims, cost control, and final accounts.
• Strong experience in subcontractor commercial management, payment certification, and final account settlement.
• Good understanding of FIDIC and construction contracts.
• Previous experience with an EPC contractor, infrastructure contractor, or main contractor is highly preferred.
• UAE/GCC project experience is preferred.
• Strong commercial, negotiation, analytical, communication, and coordination skills.

Experience Required

Quantity Surveying / Commercial: 8–12+ years
Water Infrastructure / Utilities: Strong relevant experience mandatory
FIDIC: Required
Subcontractor Commercial Management: Required
UAE/GCC Experience: Preferred