Sr. Quantity Surveyor (Estimation)

Overview

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Pre‑Contract (Estimation)

Tender Review & Analysis

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and BOQs to fully understand project scope.
• Conduct site visits and attend pre‑bid meetings to gather essential project information.
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities, and cost drivers within the tender package.
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, procurement, and project teams to ensure accurate bid preparation.

Cost Estimation & Boq Preparation

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil, infrastructure, MEP, or building projects (based on company specialization).
• Develop and update BOQs using drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs to ensure competitive pricing.
• Utilize historical data and market intelligence to validate cost assumptions.

Subcontractor & Supplier Coordination

• Prepare RFQs and obtain competitive quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Evaluate technical and commercial compliance of received quotations.
• Negotiate pricing and terms to achieve optimal cost outcomes.
• Maintain an updated database of suppliers, subcontractors, and market rates.

Tender Submission & Documentation

• Prepare complete tender submissions including pricing schedules, clarifications, and commercial proposals.
• Ensure compliance with client requirements and submission deadlines.
• Support post‑tender clarifications, negotiations, and value engineering proposals.

Cost Management & Budget Control

• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and cost‑to‑complete forecasts.
• Monitor project expenditures, material usage, and subcontractor performance.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, cash flow projections, and financial summaries.
• Identify cost variances and recommend corrective actions.

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.

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 and approved.

Contract Administration

• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, conditions, and obligations.
• Maintain organized contract documentation and commercial records.
• Support dispute resolution processes by preparing evidence and contractual interpretations.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams on commercial matters.

• Leadership & Coordination

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior QS and estimation 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.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of QS and estimation processes, templates, and cost databases.

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 in a contracting company, with strong exposure to both estimation and QS functions.
• Proven track record preparing estimates and managing commercial aspects of medium to large-scale 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 estimation, measurement, and contract administration.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in estimation and QS software (e.g., Candy/CCS, CostX, 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 tender and project deadlines.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commercial awareness.

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