Senior Quantity Surveyor - Pre and Post Contract

About the role

An experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor covering pre- and post-contract is sought in Dubai. The ideal candidate has extensive UAE experience in luxury high-rise developments, mixed-use residential and commercial projects, villas and townhouses, with strong expertise in cost planning, tendering, procurement and cost control across the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost plans and estimates for concept, schematic and detailed design stages
• Conduct market research, obtain quotations and evaluate bids, including tender preparation, bid evaluation and comparison reports
• Take part in pre-bid meetings, lead tender evaluations and apply value engineering and cost benchmarking
• Establish, monitor and manage budgets and cost-to-completion forecasts, and implement cost control mechanisms
• Evaluate interim payments, variations, change orders, claims, contractual notices and final accounts
• Manage PS/PC items, nominations and PC rate adjustments, and prepare monthly cost, procurement and management reports
• Prepare cash flow forecasts, review insurance requirements and bonds, and liaise with consultants, contractors and suppliers
• Manage project close-out and final account settlements, and maintain accurate commercial records

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Professional membership such as RICS, CIOB or AIQS is an advantage
• Minimum 8-10 years of UAE experience in real estate development and building construction
• Experience with major developers, main contractors or consultancy firms in the UAE, and mandatory client-side experience
• Knowledge of current UAE construction market rates and material costs