Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor – Pre & Post Contract to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive UAE experience in luxury high-rise developments, mixed-use residential and commercial projects, villas, and townhouse developments. This role requires strong expertise in both pre-contract and post-contract commercial management, cost planning, tendering, procurement, and cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
Key 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.
- 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.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Professional membership such as RICS, CIOB, AIQS, or equivalent is an advantage.
- 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.
