Senior Quantity Surveyor – Pre & Post Contract (High Rise)

Overview

Pre-Contract Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs in accordance with standard methods of measurement.
• Develop and review Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost plans, and cost estimates for all stages of project development.
• Prepare cost estimates for concept, schematic, and detailed design stages.
• Conduct market research and obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Manage tendering processes, including tender preparation, bid evaluation, and tender analysis.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and coordinate with design and project teams.
• Evaluate bids and prepare comprehensive comparison reports.
• Lead tender evaluations and provide recommendations.
• Apply value engineering, cost benchmarking, and market intelligence to optimize project costs.
• Identify commercial risks and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Review tender packages to ensure completeness and avoid scope gaps or duplication.

Post-Contract Responsibilities

• Establish, monitor, and manage project budgets and cost-to-completion forecasts.
• Implement effective cost control mechanisms throughout project execution.
• Conduct regular Cost vs. Value analysis.
• Evaluate interim payments, variations, and change orders, including cost and time implications.
• Review and assess claims, contractual notices, and final accounts.
• Manage PS/PC items, nominations, and PC rate adjustments in accordance with contract requirements.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, procurement reports, and management presentations.
• Monitor budget changes throughout design development and construction phases.
• Prepare and manage project cash flow forecasts.
• Review insurance requirements, bonds, and contractual obligations.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure commercial compliance.
• Manage project close-out activities, including final account settlements.

Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• Professional membership such as RICS, CIOB, AIQS, or equivalent is an advantage
• .Experience Requirement
• Minimum 8–10 years of UAE experience in real estate development and building construction projects
• Proven experience working with major real estate developers, main contractors, or consultancy firms in the UAE
• Mandatory client-side experience
• Extensive experience in luxury high-rise, mixed-use, residential, commercial, villa, and townhouse projects
• Strong knowledge of current UAE construction market rates and material costs
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