Quantity Surveyor

Location:

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Client /

Employer:

Occupop

Job reference: 51d

As Quantity Surveyor within Tate, you will hold commercial control and be tasked with maximising the successful running of each project. You will ensure accurate management of projects through budgeting and reporting to enable each project to be delivered seamlessly and in the most cost-effective manner possible, in accordance with contractual terms.

This role is based out of our office in Dubai, UAE, with responsibility for Tate installations across data centres within the Middle East. While most activities are Dubai‑based, a small amount of travel may be required for client meetings and site visits.

• Carefully reviewing tender documents to identify exact requirements and potential risks.
• Creating a detailed schedule of works or quantifying the Bill of Quantities.
• Carrying out site visits, taking notes and photographs, reviewing information with the Contracts Manager and incorporating findings into tender pricing.
• Reviewing budgets/allowances with the relevant Project Manager to determine if the construction period can be reduced.
• Managing procurement of sub‑contract packages, labour‑only packages, and suppliers.
• Preparing labour, plant and material budgets.
• Producing forecast cost reports – project actual cost against planned costs to provide accurate forecasts.
• Preparing and submitting monthly valuations and invoices, including all supporting information for claims and variations.
• Managing variations and ensuring all additional works are correctly recorded in line with the contract, maintaining adequate records to ensure full revenue recovery.
• Compiling, submitting, and negotiating agreement of final accounts.
• Preparing sub‑contract documents to allow the appointment of sub‑contractors and settling sub‑contract final accounts.
• Attending sub‑contractor pre‑contract meetings along with the Contracts Manager to ensure prospective sub‑contractors are fully compliant.
• Liaising with sub‑contractors to resolve queries.
• Any other reasonable duties, as and when required.

• Adhere to the Company’s compliance obligations, policies, processes, and procedures.
• Report compliance concerns, issues, and failures.
• Participate in training as required.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying with previous experience of working within the construction industry, preferably data centre experience.

Experience: Proven track record in a complex, customer‑centric role requiring exceptional agility, decisiveness, and commercial acumen. Demonstrated ability to manage intricate projects and deliver outstanding results.

Skills:

• Exceptional communication skills – superior written and verbal communication abilities, enabling effective interaction with stakeholders at all levels and the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Highly motivated and able to work independently or within a multidisciplinary team.
• Delivers excellent customer service and represents Tate professionally.
• Demonstrates strong commercial and financial awareness.
• Clear, adaptable communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective time manager, able to set objectives and prioritise tasks for self and others.

International Travel: Willingness and ability to travel internationally (15‑25%) to oversee projects, engage with global partners, and ensure successful project execution across different locations.

Tate is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.