About Us
Stellar Projex is an interior design and fit-out company in Dubai. We create beautiful, high-quality spaces for homes and businesses. We're a small, close-knit team that cares about doing great work and giving our clients an amazing experience. Our team is built on straightforward communication and a shared obsession with getting the details right. We're looking for a skilled professional who takes genuine pride in their work and understands that great results come from well-managed processes.
The Role
As our Quantity Surveyor / Estimator, you will be the financial backbone of our projects, from the initial cost estimate to the final account. You will handle everything from preparing detailed bids for high-end interior and joinery projects to controlling costs during construction, ensuring our work is both profitable and of the highest quality.
What You'll Do
Pre-Contract (Tendering & Estimating):
- Prepare accurate and comprehensive cost estimates, budgets, and Bills of Quantities (BOQs) by studying project plans and specifications.
- Review tender documents, identifying any scope discrepancies or potential risks.
- Send inquiries and source competitive quotes from suppliers and subcontractors for materials and services, with a strong focus on joinery and high-end finishes.
- Analyze and compare quotations to ensure value for money without compromising quality.
- Prepare well-organized and professional tender proposals for client submission.
Post-Contract (Project Execution):
- Manage all post-contract financial duties, including tracking project costs against the budget.
- Process and validate subcontractor payment applications based on site progress.
- Prepare, submit, and negotiate contract variations, additional works, and claims.
- Check and approve site material requisitions, ensuring they align with the approved BOQ.
- Conduct site visits as needed to monitor progress or take measurements.
- Prepare and agree on the final accounts with clients and subcontractors to close out projects successfully.
What You Need
Education & Experience:
- A degree/diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3+ years of proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator.
- Essential: Your experience must be specifically in high-end interior fit-out and joinery projects within the UAE.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD for quantity take-off is required.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are essential. Experience with estimation software is a strong plus.
- In-depth knowledge of joinery materials, manufacturing techniques, and the local UAE supplier market.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts and negotiation.
- A valid UAE Driving License is preferred.
Who You Are
- An excellent negotiator and communicator with a strong command of written and spoken English.
- Highly organised, reliable, and able to handle multiple projects at once without losing sight of the details.
- Self-motivated and energetic, with a flexible approach to working well under pressure.
- You have great business sense and a sharp, analytical eye for numbers.
What We Offer
- 4000 - 6000 AED pm
- Standard UAE benefits, including visa and medical insurance.
- A key role where you can make a real impact on the company's success.
How to Apply
Email your CV to joinus@stellarprojex.ae. Please use the subject line: "Application for Quantity Surveyor / Estimator".
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month
Experience:
- proven QS/Estimator (Interior fit-out and joinery projects): 3 years (Required)
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