Senior Quantity Surveyor

Role Description The Senior Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in managing project costs and commercial outcomes across residential and commercial developments. This part-time, hybrid role is based in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, with a mix of on-site presence and work-from-home flexibility. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing and reviewing Bills of Quantities (BOQ), developing cost plans and budgets, and monitoring cost performance throughout the project lifecycle. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will oversee cost reporting, evaluate variations and claims, support tender evaluations, and provide advice to project and management teams on contractual and financial matters. The role also involves collaborating with engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders to ensure cost efficiency, value for money, and adherence to company standards and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Cost Planning and Cost Management to develop accurate budgets and maintain financial control across project phases.
• Candidates should possess practical expertise in BOQ preparation and measurement to support tendering, procurement, and contract administration.
• Candidates should possess proven capabilities in Cost Control and Cost Reporting to track expenditures, analyze variances, and provide clear, timely financial updates.
• Relevant academic qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Civil Engineering, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., RICS or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor in real estate or construction, ideally with exposure to residential and commercial developments.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with quantity surveying and cost management software tools.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Knowledge of local construction regulations, contracts, and procurement practices in the United Arab Emirates is highly beneficial.