Quantity Surveyor – Building Construction

Company: Shandong Taijian International Building Construction Company LLC Location: Dubai, UAE Employment Type: Full-time Working Hours: Monday to Sunday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM, with a one-hour lunch break We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for our building construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for subcontractor and supplier settlements, claims against the Employer, project cost estimation, and overall commercial cost control. Key Responsibilities • Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and BOQs. • Prepare and verify subcontractor and supplier payment applications, final accounts, and settlement statements. • Measure completed works and reconcile quantities with subcontractors and suppliers. • Prepare, submit, and negotiate claims against the Employer, including variations, additional works, delays, and other contractual entitlements. • Compile supporting documents for claims, including site records, correspondence, instructions, photographs, progress reports, and cost breakdowns. • Prepare project cost estimates, budgets, cash-flow forecasts, and cost-control reports. • Compare budgeted costs with actual expenditure and identify cost overruns, risks, and potential savings. • Price variations and additional works, and follow up on their approval with the Employer and Consultant. • Review subcontractor and supplier quotations and assist with commercial negotiations. • Maintain proper records of contracts, payments, variations, claims, and settlements. • Coordinate with project management, site engineering, procurement, and finance teams on commercial matters. • Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. • 5–10 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the building construction industry. • Proven experience in subcontractor and supplier settlements, Employer claims, and construction cost estimation. • Strong knowledge of BOQ preparation, quantity take-off, variations, interim payments, and final accounts. • Experience with residential tower and/or villa projects is preferred. • UAE or GCC construction experience is an advantage. • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, and quantity take-off or cost-management software. • Strong analytical, negotiation, and contract administration skills. • Good written and spoken English, with the ability to prepare commercial correspondence and claim documents independently. • Able to work under pressure and manage multiple project deadlines.