Sr. Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Job Description

• Pre‑Contract Activities
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and BOQs to understand project scope and commercial requirements.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for tender submissions.
• Support value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs and enhance competitiveness.
• Assist in preparing tender clarifications, risk assessments, and commercial proposals.

• Post‑Contract Cost Management

• Manage project budgets, cost plans, and cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Monitor project expenditures, material usage, and subcontractor performance to ensure cost efficiency.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, cash flow projections, and financial summaries for management review.
• Identify cost variances and recommend corrective actions to maintain profitability.

• Measurement & Valuation

• Conduct detailed measurements from drawings and site progress.
• Prepare and submit interim payment applications to clients.
• Review and certify subcontractor payment applications and invoices.
• Maintain accurate measurement records and quantity logs throughout the project lifecycle.

• Variations, Claims & Change Management

• Identify variations and prepare comprehensive variation orders with supporting documentation.
• Evaluate and negotiate subcontractor claims and change requests.
• Prepare Extension of Time (EOT) claims in coordination with planning and project teams.
• Ensure all changes are properly documented, priced, and approved in accordance with contract requirements.
• Contract Administration
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, conditions, and obligations.
• Maintain organized contract documentation, correspondence, and commercial records.
• Support dispute resolution processes by preparing evidence, reports, and contractual interpretations.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams on commercial matters.

• Procurement & Subcontract Management

• Assist in preparing RFQs, evaluating subcontractor quotations, and finalizing subcontract agreements.
• Review subcontract terms to ensure alignment with main contract requirements.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure timely delivery of contractual obligations.

• Leadership & Coordination

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior QS staff.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, planners, and finance teams to ensure accurate cost control.
• Participate in project review meetings and present commercial updates to senior management.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as RICS, MRICS, or FIDIC training are highly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a contracting company.
• Proven track record managing QS functions for medium to large-scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project execution, and commercial frameworks.
• Experience in UAE/GCC contracting industry is a strong advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of cost control, measurement, and contract administration.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in QS software (e.g., CostX, Candy/CCS, Planswift) and MS Office.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to interpret complex drawings, specifications, and contractual documents.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commercial awareness.

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