Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Cost Management & Commercial Control

• Conduct detailed quantity surveying duties in accordance with project specifications, contract requirements, and UAE industry standards.
• Review and evaluate variation orders, value engineering proposals, and cost impacts submitted by the Contractor, Consultant, or Client, and provide recommendations to the Project Manager and Client.
• Prepare cost estimates, cost analysis reports, and cash flow forecasts for project monitoring and management review.
• Monitor project budgets and expenditures, comparing forecasted costs against actual progress and approved budgets.
• Prepare projected project completion cost reports and support commercial reporting requirements for management and clients.

Payment Certification & Claims Management

• Prepare, verify, and certify monthly interim payment applications and final accounts in accordance with contractual terms and project progress.
• Assess and evaluate Contractor claims related to variations, extension of time, additional works, abortive works, alternative designs, and Engineer/Architect instructions.
• Review subcontractor and supplier quotations, payment applications, and variation claims for compliance with contractual obligations.

Contract Administration

• Assist in the preparation and management of tender documentation, BOQs, rate analysis, and contract administration activities.
• Ensure compliance with FIDIC conditions of contract, UAE construction regulations, company procedures, and project commercial policies.
• Maintain proper records of all commercial correspondence, payment certificates, claims, variations, and contractual documentation.

Coordination & Project Support

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Consultants, and Contractors to ensure accurate measurement, valuation, and commercial control of works executed on site.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend contra-charges, back charges, or deductions related to defective works, material damages, delays, or non-compliance by subcontractors and suppliers.

Compliance & Company Procedures

• Follow and comply with all company policies, procedures, work instructions, and HSE requirements implemented by ALSUWEIDI Management.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the Project Manager or Management related to commercial and quantity surveying functions.

Pre-Qualifications Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Preferably a professional quantity surveying qualification with a recognized international body (RICS or equivalent).

Experience Requirements

• Minimum total experience of 10 years
• Minimum 5 years' experience in UAE
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar or equivalent position.

Skill Set Requirements

• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and construction techniques.
• Excellent estimating and cost management experience
• MS Office, Outlook, BIM / CAD measure, Cost Planning software e.g. CATO.
• Multi-tasking, deadline oriented and detail-oriented skills required.
• Good written and spoken communication skills in English.
• Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.