Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job description / Role

A leading European fit-out contractor is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to join their Dubai office.

The role will have the following requirements:
• Must be DM approved Technical Engineer – non-negotiable
• Must have at least 5-7 yrs QS experience in UAE Fit-out projects – non-negotiable.
• Experience in KSA is a bonus.
• In-depth understanding of Fit-out scope of works, materials and pricing.
• Must know how to analyze drawings, BOQ and all Tender documents
• Strong contractual understanding and negotiation abilities, primarily FIDIC based
• Preparation of Bill of Quantities
• Strong experience in design & build projects
• Value engineering where design is running over budget
• Preparation of Interim Payments and invoices
• Experiences is minor Civil works , such as mezzanine floors , steels stairs etc
• Strong communication skills & interpersonal skills
• Must have good negotiating skills
• Proficient in MS office, estimation software/tools and drawing tools, such as AutoCad
• Must know the current UAE current market prices
• Must have extensive knowledge of subcontractors/suppliers
• Procurement skills
• Manage/Control the Project costs and cash flow
• Prepare project and company commercial reports reports
• UAE drive License (ideally own car)