Quantity Surveyor - Construction Cost Management

Role:
Quantity Surveyor

- Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Industry: Civil Engineering
- Function:
Surveying

- Experience:

Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying or construction cost management
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On-site

AECOM is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support construction cost management, quantity measurement, contract administration, and commercial activities on projects in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, and tender documentation while monitoring project expenditure and contractual obligations. The role also involves reviewing contractor payment applications, assessing variations and claims, verifying completed works, and supporting accurate financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Working closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and consultants, the Quantity Surveyor will contribute to effective cost control, reliable commercial documentation, and compliance with project requirements.

Salary:
Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality:
Not specified

• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs based on construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Develop Bills of Quantities (BOQs) in accordance with project measurement requirements.
• Prepare construction cost estimates to support project planning and commercial evaluation.
• Review architectural, structural, and engineering drawings to determine relevant quantities and associated costs.
• Verify measurement calculations and ensure consistency with applicable project documentation.
• Maintain accurate quantity records to support cost assessments and contractual administration.
• Identify discrepancies in quantities or supporting documents and coordinate clarification with relevant project personnel.

• Prepare quantity-related information and supporting documentation for tender submissions.
• Assist in developing cost estimates and commercial information required during tender preparation.
• Review contractor quotations to assess quantities, pricing, and relevant commercial details.
• Examine contract documents and specifications to understand project measurement and payment requirements.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to clarify commercial and technical information.
• Maintain organised records of tender-related calculations and supporting documents.

• Monitor construction costs, approved budgets, variations, and project expenditure.
• Track cost movements and identify differences between planned and actual expenditure.
• Prepare regular cost reports and financial forecasts for project management review.
• Support effective financial control through accurate cost information and documentation.
• Identify potential cost concerns and communicate findings to relevant project personnel.
• Maintain updated commercial records to support project cost monitoring.
• Contribute to informed decision-making through reliable cost assessments and reporting.

• Review contractor payment applications against contractual requirements and completed works.
• Assess interim valuations and verify supporting quantity and cost information.
• Conduct site measurements to confirm the extent of completed construction activities.
• Review payment-related documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and project managers to resolve valuation discrepancies.
• Maintain records of payment assessments…