Job Description

1.

Cost Estimation & Budgeting

Pre-construction phase

: Preparing initial cost estimates for construction projects.

Budgeting

: Creating and managing the budget throughout the project's lifecycle.

Value engineering

: Identifying ways to reduce costs while maintaining quality and performance.
2.

Tendering & Contract Administration

Tendering process

: Preparing bills of quantities (BoQ) and pricing documents, inviting contractors to submit tenders.

Evaluating tenders

: Assessing bids and recommending the most suitable contractor.

Contract negotiation

: Assisting in the preparation and negotiation of contracts with contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
3.

Cost Control & Monitoring

Cost tracking

: Monitoring the project's financial performance to ensure it remains within budget.

Cost reporting

: Preparing regular reports on costs, progress, and forecasts for stakeholders.

Change management

: Managing changes to scope and assessing their impact on costs.
4.

Measurement & Valuation

Site measurements

: Carrying out site surveys and measurements to quantify the work completed.

Valuing work done

: Assessing the value of work completed by contractors for progress payments.

Variation orders

: Valuing and processing variations (changes to the original contract scope).
5.

Risk Management

Identifying risks

: Assessing and managing risks related to costs, time, and contract performance.

Mitigation strategies

: Suggesting measures to minimize risks and prevent cost overruns.
6.

Dispute Resolution

Resolving issues

: Acting as a mediator in disputes between clients, contractors, or suppliers related to cost, quality, and contract terms.

Claims management

: Assisting in the preparation and assessment of claims for additional costs or extensions of time.
7.

Final Account Settlement

Final accounts

: Ensuring that all costs are accounted for and final payments are made once the project is complete.

Auditing

: Reviewing and finalizing the accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with the contract.
8.

Collaboration & Communication

Stakeholder engagement

: Communicating with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth project progress.

Advising clients

: Providing expert advice to clients on cost-effective construction practices and legal aspects of the project.
9.

Compliance & Documentation

Regulatory compliance

: Ensuring that all financial and contractual obligations adhere to the legal requirements and industry standards.

Record-keeping

: Maintaining thorough documentation of contracts, communications, payments, and any changes to the scope.
10.

Sustainability and Value Engineering

Sustainability practices

: Advising on sustainable construction practices and materials to help the project meet environmental standards.

Value engineering

: Suggesting improvements to reduce costs without compromising the quality or functionality of the project.
A Quantity Surveyor must possess strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, as they deal with various aspects of project management and work closely with a diverse range of professionals involved in construction.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

Are you willing to relocate in Abu Dhabi? (if in other Emirates) How many years of experience do you have in GCC or Gulf Country? Total Years of Experience: Expected Salary: Visa Status: Notice Period: * Current Location (City):