Quantity Surveyor

1. JOB DETAILS:
Position Title: Quantity Surveyor
Reports to: Commercial Manager / Senior Commercial Manager
Division: Commercial
Department: Projects Commercial

3. JOB DIMENSIONS:
Number of Staff Supervised
Direct Reports: Nil
Total Reports: Nil

4. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

Key Accountabilities:

• Prepare and assist in cost estimates, BOQs, and tender submissions.
• Support financial management across project lifecycles, including budgeting, valuation, and reporting.
• Review and assess contractor valuations, variations, and claims, and provide recommendations.
• Assist in the preparation of cost reports, forecasts, and final accounts.
• Support procurement activities, including evaluation of subcontractor submissions.
• Monitor project costs and flag potential risks or variances.
• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations and internal commercial policies.

Key Technical Skills and Knowledge:

Technical Competency
Description
Proficiency Level

Project Planning & Scheduling
Support project planning activities, including coordination of scope and timelines.
Intermediate

Budgeting & Cost Management
Assist in budget monitoring, cost tracking, and reporting.
Intermediate

Risk & Issue Management
Identify and report commercial risks and issues.
Intermediate

Stakeholder & Communication Mgmt
Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Intermediate

Scope & Change Control
Assist in evaluation and tracking of variations and scope changes.
Intermediate

Contract Administration
Support contract administration, documentation, and compliance.
Intermediate

Cost Reporting & Control
Prepare cost reports and maintain accurate financial records.
Intermediate

5. COMMUNICATIONS and WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Internal: Senior Commercial Manager, Senior QS, Project Managers, Procurement, and Finance
• External: Contractors, Consultants, Quantity Surveying Firms

6. CONTEXT, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY:

• Hybrid office and project site role; coordination across multiple project stakeholders.
• Provides analysis and recommendations, with key decisions reviewed by senior team members.

7. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Supports tracking and management of project budgets.
• Contributes to cost control, variation assessments, and final account preparation.

8. SELECTION CRITERIA:

Qualifications and Experience (Essential):

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 4–6 years of experience in quantity surveying, preferably within UAE projects
• Working knowledge of contract conditions (e.g., FIDIC) and commercial practices

(Desirable):

• Progress toward professional certification (e.g., MRICS, PMP)
• Experience with cost management software and ERP systems

Note: This job description provides a broad indication of the role and responsibilities of the position. The position holder may be required to perform additional tasks and responsibilities not listed here, in line with organizational needs and changes in business priorities.