Civil Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

Location: United Arab Emirates

Department: Estimation / Cost Control

Reports To: General Manager

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Position Overview:

The Estimator / Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in the preparation, evaluation, and management of project costs for civil and interior fit-out works. The role requires strong analytical and technical skills to prepare accurate quantity take-offs, rate analyses, and variation orders, ensuring financial efficiency and control throughout all project stages. The candidate will also assist the Finance and Accounts team in cost analysis and project budgeting.

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Key Responsibilities:

1. Quantity Take-off & Estimation

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs for civil, architectural, and fit-out works from drawings, specifications, and tender documents.

• Review and verify BOQs (Bills of Quantities) for accuracy and completeness.

• Ensure that all take-offs are aligned with project requirements and technical specifications.

2. Rate Analysis & Cost Estimation

• Prepare unit rate analyses for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor works.

• Develop cost estimates for new tenders and change orders.

• Maintain an updated database of material and labor rates for ongoing cost benchmarking.

3. Variation Orders & Cost Control

• Prepare and evaluate variation orders and submit them for approval by the Project Manager and Cost Controller.

• Coordinate with site teams to collect data on material usage, labor productivity, and actual costs for cost monitoring.

• Assist in preparing monthly cost reports, identifying cost overruns, and suggesting corrective measures.

4. Coordination & Reporting

• Liaise with Project Managers, Site Engineers, and Procurement to ensure that estimates align with project execution plans.

• Support the Finance and Accounts team in cost control, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.

• Provide accurate cost data to support commercial and contractual decisions.

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Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent.

• Minimum 3–6 years of experience in quantity surveying/estimation for civil and fit-out projects in the UAE or GCC region.

• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and estimation software (e.g., Candy, CostX, or similar).

• Strong understanding of local market rates, suppliers, and subcontractors.

• Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills.

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Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of UAE construction standards and contracts (FIDIC preferred).

• Attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

• Team player with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

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Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

• Standard UAE benefits as per company policy (medical insurance, annual leave, etc.).