Senior QS Lead - Interior Fit-Out

About the role

Careers International is recruiting a Senior QS Lead in Dubai to oversee all quantity surveying and commercial activities for high-end interior fit-out projects. The role ensures commercial success through accurate cost control, contract administration, risk mitigation and close coordination with internal and external stakeholders, from pre-contract to project closeout.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all quantity surveying functions across assigned interior fit-out projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost plans and financial forecasts.
• Prepare BOQs, tender documentation and carry out detailed cost analysis.
• Evaluate, negotiate and finalise subcontractor and supplier agreements.
• Monitor project costs, variations and value engineering to maintain profitability.
• Submit accurate interim payment applications and final accounts.
• Manage and resolve contractual claims and commercial disputes.
• Provide commercial reports on cash flow, cost-to-complete and risk analysis.
• Oversee procurement processes for competitiveness and compliance.
• Collaborate with project management, design and client teams, and mentor junior QS team members.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in quantity surveying, with at least 5 years in the interior fit-out sector.
• Proven ability to manage the commercial side of fast-track fit-out projects.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation and communication skills; able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• UAE/GCC experience preferred; membership in a recognised professional body (e.g. RICS, CIOB) is an advantage.

Required skills

• In-depth knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g. FIDIC, JCT, bespoke).
• Strong financial, analytical and commercial acumen.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and QS tools such as Candy, CostX or similar.