Senior Quantity Surveyor (Pre-contract)

Overview

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Cost Management team in Dubai.
• The successful candidate will work under the direction of Lead Quantity Surveyor, supporting the delivery of cost management services on large-scale, complex construction projects within a multidisciplinary design environment.
• As a key member of our organisation, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of quantity surveying for our construction projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance with industry standards.
• Steer in the preparation, review, and analysis of cost estimates and cost plans across key design stages, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project scope and approved budget.
• Participate in design development meetings and workshops, providing cost input to support design decisions and ensure ongoing design‑to‑budget compliance.
• Identify, track, and report key cost drivers, risks, and opportunities arising through design development, escalating matters as appropriate.
• Assist in the preparation and ongoing management of commercial and cost risk registers, ensuring risks are actively monitored and mitigated throughout the design stages.
• Undertake detailed quantity take‑offs and measurement from drawings and models to support cost planning, option studies, and tender documentation, as required.
• Contribute to design‑led Value Engineering exercises, preparing comparative cost analyses and option evaluations to optimise project value without compromising quality or performance.
• Prepare cost inputs and reports to support project steering, governance reviews, and client reporting, ensuring clarity of assumptions, risks, and budget status.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure coordinated, accurate, and timely cost information.
• Ensure that all cost management deliverables comply with local regulations, client governance requirements, and international best practice (RICS / NRM).
• Support contract administration activities during relevant stages, including assessment of variations, change orders, and claims, in accordance with contract conditions and project procedures.
• Monitor and report on project cost performance, including expenditure tracking, forecasting, and support to cash flow reporting.
• Assist in commercial discussions and negotiations with contractors and suppliers, under the guidance of senior team members.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior Quantity Surveyors, including review of outputs and support with professional development.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of quality control procedures across all quantity surveying and cost management activities.
• Utilize industry‑standard digital tools and software to support measurement, cost planning, reporting, and coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Professional certification from a recognised body (e.g., RICS, CIOB)
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in quantity surveying, with a focus on large-scale construction projects.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience across multiple sectors, such as sports facilities and stadiums, hospitality developments, large urban and mixed‑use developments, healthcare, and education projects.
• Experience in transportation infrastructure, including airports, aviation hubs, roads, utilities, and public realm works, will be considered a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in quantity surveying software (e.g., CostX, Causeway) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• In-depth knowledge of construction practices and methodologies
• Thorough understanding of construction contracts, procurement processes, and local construction regulations in the UAE
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong organisational skills and capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience working in the Middle East construction industry is highly desirable
• Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of Arabic would be advantageous