Senior Quantity Surveyor

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead our Tender and Commercial Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of pre- and post-contract quantity surveying, cost estimation, tendering, commercial operations, and supplier/subcontractor payment processes. This leadership role demands technical accuracy, commercial insight, and strategic thinking to support the company's profitability and contractual compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Tendering & Estimation:

• Lead the preparation of tender submissions including cost estimation, BOQ review, rate build-up, and pricing strategies.
• Coordinate with estimator, procurement, and planning teams to ensure accurate and competitive pricing.
• Analyse tender documents, drawings, and specifications, VE to understand project scope and commercial requirements.
• Attend tender clarification meetings and manage RFI processes.

Commercial Management:

• Oversee post-award commercial activities including contract review, variations, and interim valuations.
• Manage commercial negotiations with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor project budgets, cash flow, and cost control measures to ensure financial targets are achieved.
• Ensure contractual and commercial compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Subcontractor & Supplier Payments:

• Review and verify subcontractor and supplier payment applications in coordination with project teams.
• Ensure timely and accurate certification of payments as per contract terms.
• Manage payment cycles, monitor retention and advance recovery, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Resolve disputes or discrepancies related to subcontractor and supplier accounts.
• Maintain accurate records of payments, agreements, and correspondence for audit and reporting purposes.

Team Leadership:

• Manage and mentor junior quantity surveyors and estimators in the department.
• Allocate tasks, review deliverables, and ensure deadlines and quality standards are achieved.
• Provide ongoing training and performance guidance to enhance department capabilities.

Reporting & Coordination:

• Prepare commercial reports, cost analysis, risk assessments, and value engineering recommendations.
• Support the Head of Commercial in strategic decision-making through financial and commercial insights.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, procurement, accounts, and project teams to maintain clear and professional communication.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 12 to 15 years of total experience and a minimum of 10 years of UAE experience with main contractor is preferred
• Strong background in tendering, estimation, cost management, and subcontractor/supplier payments.
• Proficiency in cost estimation and MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC and local contract regulations.
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.