Quantity Surveyor

Job Description: Quantity Surveyor (High-Rise Project)

Location: Dubai, UAE

Project Type: High-Rise (Residential/Commercial)

Reporting to: Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager

Role Objective

The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the day-to-day commercial and contractual tasks of a high-rise construction project. This involves accurate measurement, cost monitoring, and assisting in the procurement of sub-contractors to ensure the project remains within budget while meeting Dubai’s stringent building standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Measurement & BoQ: Perform accurate "take-offs" from drawings and BIM models to prepare or verify Bills of Quantities (BoQ) for high-rise elements (structural, facade, and MEP).
• Progress Valuation: Conduct regular site visits to verify the actual work completed on-site against sub-contractor payment applications.
• Sub-contractor Management: Assist in the evaluation of tenders, preparation of comparison sheets, and processing of monthly progress certificates for various trades.
• Cost Monitoring: Update the project cost tracker and assist the Senior QS in preparing monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Variation Orders: Identify deviations from the original scope, measure the changes, and assist in the pricing of Variation Orders (VOs).
• Documentation: Maintain a meticulous record of all site correspondence, site instructions (SIs), and Request for Information (RFIs) that have financial implications.
• Final Accounts: Assist in the gathering of documentation required for the timely settlement of final accounts with sub-contractors and suppliers.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering.
• Experience:
• 5–8 years of experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in the UAE/GCC market is essential.
• Previous experience on high-rise or vertical construction projects is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills:
• High proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Excel.
• Experience with measurement software like CostX, PlanSwift, or Bluebeam.
• Familiarity with FIDIC forms of contract.
• Knowledge: Understanding of NRM2 or POMI (Principles of Measurement International) standards.

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Precision in measuring complex high-rise geometries and repetitive floor cycles.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to spot discrepancies between drawings, site work, and invoices.
• Time Management: Capable of meeting tight deadlines for monthly payment cycles and reporting.
• Communication: Strong command of English to coordinate effectively with site engineers and sub-contractors.

Job Type: Full-time