Senior Quantity Surveyor

Pre-Contract Duties

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and BOQs.

• Prepare quantity take-offs and cost estimates.

• Participate in tender evaluation and subcontractor comparisons.

• Assist in budget preparation and cost planning.

• Evaluate commercial risks and opportunities.

• Manage project budgets and monitor project costs.

• Prepare and submit monthly valuations and payment applications.

• Evaluate subcontractor invoices and certify payments.

• Prepare, negotiate, and track variations and change orders.

• Monitor project cash flow and financial performance.

• Prepare cost reports, forecasts, and final accounts.

• Administer contracts according to project requirements.

• Review contractual correspondence and maintain records.

• Identify and notify contractual claims and entitlement.

• Support preparation of EOT (Extension of Time) and cost claims.

• Ensure compliance with contract conditions, particularly FIDIC-based contracts.

• Conduct value engineering and cost-saving initiatives.

• Analyze project profitability and commercial risks.

• Coordinate with project managers, planning engineers, and site teams.

• Assist management in commercial decision-making.

• Prepare weekly and monthly commercial reports.

• Monitor project cost versus budget.

• Maintain records of variations, claims, and contractual matters.

• Submit final account documentation upon project completion.

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in quantity surveying within the construction industry.

• Must have experience working with main contractors in building construction projects.

• Strong knowledge of contract administration and commercial management.

• Experience with FIDIC contracts, variations, claims, and EOT.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and ERP systems.

• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

• UAE/GCC experience is preferred.