Job Description

About us:

• We are a specialist construction and commercial consultancy working on high-end luxury fit-out projects across the Middle East, UK, USA, and Europe.
• Our work focuses on premium interiors, specialist trades, natural materials, and complex bespoke packages, delivered for leading designers, developers, and private clients.
• We are now looking for a Senior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor based in Dubai to lead the commercial delivery of luxury fit-out projects across the region.
• This is a senior, hands-on role for someone with strong regional experience, deep market knowledge, and the ability to operate both strategically and technically.

The role:
The role has two core responsibilities: * Estimating Lead - overseeing the pricing of new luxury fit-out projects and managing a team of estimators

• Quantity Surveying - managing commercial and contractual aspects of live and future projects

The successful candidate will bring strong Middle East market knowledge, including up-to-date rates for materials, specialist trades, and subcontractors, as well as an established network of suppliers and trade specialists.
This is not an entry-level position. The role requires approximately 5+ years of relevant experience in luxury fit-out estimating and commercial management in the GCC.
Key responsibilities:

• Part 1 of the role: Estimating Lead
• Lead the pricing of high-end luxury fit-out projects from concept through tender submission
• Review and analyse architectural, interior, and specialist trade drawing packages
• Prepare detailed cost plans, estimates, and bills of quantities
• Establish and maintain regional benchmark rates for materials, labour, and specialist trades
• Engage with subcontractors, suppliers, and trade specialists to obtain accurate pricing
• Manage and review work produced by junior estimators, ensuring consistency and quality
• Identify scope gaps, risks, assumptions, and commercial opportunities
• Support value engineering and cost optimisation while protecting design intent

• Part 2 of the role: Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management
• Manage contracts, budgets, and cash flow for live and future projects
• Prepare and assess valuations, variations, change orders, and final accounts
• Monitor project costs against budgets and report on commercial performance
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams on commercial matters
• Conduct site measurements and verifications as required
• Support procurement strategies and subcontractor appointments
• Ensure commercial compliance with contractual and project requirements

Availability / Working hours

• During trial period - part time.
• After trial period full-time role
• Some flexibility in working hours required due to international clients and project demands
• This role requires full commitment and is not suitable alongside other professional engagements

Skills Required