Trainee & Assistant Quantity Surveyor

AL Marwan General Contracting Company; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UAE is seeking a Trainee / Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This role is tailored for fresh graduates or early-career professionals, providing hands-on experience in cost management, measurement, and contract administration under the guidance of senior staff. Responsibilities include assisting in quantity take-offs and budgets, supporting valuations, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience; UAE experience preferred.
• Good knowledge of FIDIC contracts and CESMM is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in quantity take-offs, BOQs, cost estimates, and budgets.
• Support interim valuations, payment applications, and final accounts.
• Help monitor project costs, variations, and change control.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Good English communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

MS Excel

QS software

AutoCAD

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1978, Al Marwan Group is a diversified organization serving construction, heavy machinery, Oil & Gas, real estate, developments, and hospitality sectors across the GCC. The Group operates through multiple business units and subsidiaries, delivering integrated solutions supported by strong operational expertise and a well‑established regional presence.

Job Summary

Al Marwan Group is seeking a Trainee / Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team on major infrastructure projects in the UAE. This role is ideal for fresh graduates or early‑career professionals who want hands‑on experience in cost management, measurement, and contract administration under the guidance of senior QS staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in quantity take‑offs, BOQs, cost estimates, and budgets
• Support interim valuations, payment applications, and final accounts
• Help monitor project costs, variations, and change control
• Assist in subcontractor package evaluation and tender preparation
• Maintain accurate records of quantities, costs, and site instructions
• Liaise with site teams, consultants, and subcontractors
• Support commercial reporting and progress summaries
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and company procedures

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 0–2 years of experience; UAE experience is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of FIDIC contracts preferred, familiarity with CESMM an advantage
• Proficient in MS Excel, QS software and AutoCAD knowledge a plus
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organizational skills
• Good English communication skills, Arabic is an advantage
• Willingness to work on site‑based infrastructure projects