Quantity Surveyor / Estimation Engineer – Interior Fit-Out & Joinery

Interni is seeking a technical Estimator / Quantity Surveyor specialized in interior fit-out and bespoke joinery for luxury residential and hospitality projects.
The role demands precision, cost engineering skills, and the ability to translate AutoCAD drawings into reliable estimates and BOQs under tight deadlines.

Job Summary

You will take ownership of the entire estimation cycle, from quantity take-offs to commercial submission, covering both factory fabrication (joinery, finishes, hardware) and site execution (fit-out works, supervision, logistics, prelims).
You’ll collaborate closely with design, procurement, and project teams to ensure accuracy, clarity, and commercial competitiveness in every tender.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed quantity take-offs from AutoCAD drawings and tender documents.
• Build accurate BOQs and cost models, including materials, fabrication labor, and site prelims.
• Review and validate design drawings, specifications, and IFC documentation for accuracy.
• Lead RFQ processes, collect and normalize quotations, and negotiate with suppliers/subcontractors.
• Prepare complete commercial and technical bid submissions with basis-of-estimate notes.
• Support value engineering without compromising design integrity.
• Maintain and update material, labor, and supplier rate databases (UAE market).
• Coordinate with design and technical teams for clarifications, RFIs, and submittal preparation.
• Assist in project handovers by providing final cost breakdowns and budget reports.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience: 3–7 years in interior fit-out or joinery estimation (UAE/GCC experience required).
• Technical Skills:
• Advanced AutoCAD – confident extracting quantities and verifying shop drawings.
• Excel mastery – formulas, lookups, pivot tables, comparative cost sheets.
• Familiar with ERP/estimating tools (Odoo, SAP, or equivalent).
• Knowledge Base:
• Joinery manufacturing processes (CNC, veneering, finishing, assembly).
• Fit-out materials and installation sequences.
• Hardware, finishes, and value engineering techniques.
• Commercial Awareness:
• Market price benchmarks across UAE/GCC.
• Proven negotiation skills with subcontractors and vendors.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and clear written communication.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tender deadlines.
• Education:
• Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering
• Language: Fluent in English (Arabic a plus).
• Other: Must be based in UAE and available for immediate joining.

Important

Applications without AutoCAD proficiency or without actual fit-out/joinery estimation experience will not be considered.
This position is not suitable for civil, MEP, or general construction estimators.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in interior fit-out estimation?
• Have you personally prepared BOQs using AutoCAD take-offs?
• Have you worked on luxury villa or hotel projects?
• Are you currently based in UAE?
• What is your notice period?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Fit Out Estimation in UAE: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• ARABIC (Preferred)

Location:

• Dubai (Preferred)