Job Description

The Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) is responsible for managing all aspects related to the cost and financial management of construction projects. This includes estimating costs, preparing budgets, controlling expenses, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. The SQS also plays a crucial role in contract management, negotiations, and value engineering, ensuring that financial and contractual obligations are met, and any risks or issues are mitigated.

Procurement and Tendering:

Provide regular updates on cost forecasts, identifying potential cost overruns and taking corrective actions to stay within budget.

Prepare and review tender documentation, ensuring all necessary details, specifications, and quantities are included.

Evaluate and analyze bids from contractors and suppliers, ensuring value for money and recommending the best options to the project team.

Assist in the selection of contractors and subcontractors, evaluating bids and ensuring the best value for money is achieved.

Contract Management:

Negotiate contracts with suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors, ensuring that all terms and conditions are clear and favorable to the project.

Review and manage change orders, ensuring they are documented and communicated appropriately, and that any necessary adjustments to the contract are made.

Resolve any contractual disputes between clients, contractors, and subcontractors by working closely with the legal team, ensuring all parties adhere to agreed terms.

IPC (Interim Payment Certificate)

Prepare and issue Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs) to contractors at agreed intervals during the project.

Verify the accuracy of the claims submitted by contractors and ensure that they are in line with the contract terms and the percentage of work completed.

Ensure that all supporting documentation (such as progress reports, invoices, and timesheets) is in place and accurate before issuing IPCs.

Review and approve payments in line with contract agreements and budget forecasts.

Track payment schedules to ensure timely processing of IPCs to avoid delays.

Variation Management

Assess and manage variations to the original contract scope, including design changes, unforeseen site conditions, or changes in materials or methods.

Calculate and negotiate the financial implications of variations, updating budgets and payment schedules as necessary.

Ensure that all variations are properly documented, valued, and agreed upon by all stakeholders.

Provisional Sum (PS) Management

Manage Provisional Sums (PS) items, which are budgeted amounts set aside for uncertain work or materials during the early stages of the project.

Ensure that PS items are included in the overall project budget, monitored for expenditure, and used in a controlled manner.

Collaborate with the project team to confirm the exact scope of work or materials for PS items as the project progresses, adjusting costs accordingly.

Verify that contractors provide the necessary details and quotations for PS items before they are finalized.

Prime Cost Rates (PC) Items

Administer Prime Cost Rates (PC) items, which are costs that are not fixed but are based on actual expenses for items like materials and labor.

Ensure that prime cost items are adequately documented and priced, including receipts, quotations, and labor costs.

Regularly track actual costs versus allocated prime cost budgets to identify discrepancies.

Ensure that PC items are properly accounted for in final billing and cost reporting.

Commercial Management:

Provide regular commercial reports, detailing the project's cost status, including any variations or risks, to senior management and stakeholders. Implement value engineering techniques to optimize project costs without compromising quality or functionality.

Risk Management:

Identify potential risks related to project costs, delays, or contract terms and develop strategies to mitigate these risks. Establish contingency plans for unexpected cost increases or delays, ensuring that the project can continue smoothly under adverse conditions. Review and assess any claims arising from contractors or subcontractors, ensuring that they are managed in accordance with the contract and project budget.

Reporting and Communication:

Provide accurate and timely reports on project financials, cost performance, and progress to senior management. Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and the project team, to ensure transparency and clarity on financial matters. Communicate with clients regarding cost management, any cost-related issues, and ensure their approval on financial decisions.

Team Leadership and Development:

Supervise and mentor junior quantity surveyors, providing guidance and support in their professional development. Provide training to junior staff on cost management processes, tendering, and contract administration. Work closely with other departments (design, construction, etc.) to ensure that financial objectives are aligned with the overall project goals.

Post-Construction and Final Account:

Prepare and finalize the final account for the project, ensuring all costs are accurately documented, and financial transactions are completed. Ensure the completion of all financial aspects of the project, including the settlement of final accounts and claims.
Work with contractors to ensure that all variation orders are priced correctly and in line with agreed terms.

Maintain a clear and transparent record of variations to avoid disputes and ensure project alignment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED17,000.00 per month