Senior Quantity Surveyor - Building Experience
Who we are
Founded in 1978, Al Marwan Group is a diversified organization serving the construction, heavy machinery, Oil & Gas, real estate, development, and Hospitality sectors across the GCC. The Group operates through multiple business units and subsidiaries, delivering integrated solutions supported by strong operational expertise and a well-established regional presence.
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong expertise in commercial management of large-scale construction projects, particularly high-rise and deep excavation projects in the UAE. The role will be responsible for contract administration, cost control, subcontract management, variations, claims, and final account settlement.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, submit, negotiate, and certify Interim Payment Applications and payment certificates.
Manage variations and change orders, including pricing, submission, negotiation, and commercial recovery.
Prepare detailed Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR), cash-flow forecasts, and cost-to-complete reports.
Manage the subcontract procurement and administration process, including tendering, negotiations, and contract finalization.
Lead value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs while maintaining quality and design requirements.
Support the preparation and substantiation of Extension of Time (EOT) and prolongation cost claims.
Manage commercial aspects of claims and disputes, including negotiations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
Lead the compilation, negotiation, and agreement of Final Accounts.
Monitor project profitability, commercial risks, contractual obligations, and cost performance.
Work closely with Project Managers, Consultants, Design Teams, and subcontractors on commercial matters.
Required Skills & Qualifications
10+ years of continuous commercial management experience, preferably on high-rise and deep excavation projects in the UAE.
MRICS / Chartered Quantity Surveyor status is highly preferred.
Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, particularly Red Book and Yellow Book.
Excellent understanding of UAE construction market rates, material pricing, and subcontractor pricing.
Strong experience in estimating and cost management software, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience with BIM-based quantity extraction is an advantage.
Strong negotiation, analytical, commercial, and dispute-resolution skills.
Good knowledge of UAE contractual and commercial practices.
Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.