The Quantity Surveyor – Post Contracts will be responsible for managing post-award contract activities for infrastructure and utility projects. This role involves cost control, contract administration, evaluation of variations, claims management, and ensuring contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Contract Administration & Commercial Management
- Review, analyze, and manage post-contract activities to ensure compliance with contractual terms, company policies, and UAE laws.
- Evaluate and process interim payment applications, variations, and change orders.
- Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontract agreements with appropriate back-to-back clauses.
- Draft and issue contract-related correspondences, including notices, variation submissions, and Extension of Time (EOT) claims.
- Collaborate with the legal, project, and procurement teams to resolve contractual and commercial disputes.
- Monitor and ensure subcontractor compliance with contractual deliverables, milestones, and performance requirements.
- Cost Control & Reporting
- Maintain project cost control, tracking, and forecasting throughout execution.
- Prepare and maintain cost reports, variation logs, and payment records.
- Assist in preparation of final accounts and project close-out documentation.
- Generate periodic commercial reports highlighting cost variances and contractual risks.
- Risk Management
- Identify and evaluate contractual and commercial risks associated with ongoing projects.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation measures to protect company interests.
- Monitor insurance, guarantees, and bond compliance as per contractual requirements.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
- Minimum 5+ years of proven experience in post-contract or contracts management within the construction/infrastructure industry, preferably in UAE/GCC.
- Experience in utility contracts, steel erection, or facility management is an added advantage.
- Strong understanding of FIDIC, UAE construction laws, and international contract standards.
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
- Strong contractual correspondence drafting and documentation abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word) and relevant contract management software.
- Ability to manage multiple contracts and meet strict deadlines.
- Fluency in English; Arabic knowledge is an added plus.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: AED14,000.00 - AED16,000.00 per month