Senior Quantity Surveyor

Client of Maxim Recruitment

Responsibilities and Duties
Reporting to the Associate Director, as Senior QS, you will be an essential part of a collaborative team of Quantity Surveyors and Project Management professionals, contributing to a broad range of pre-contract and post-contract services. Your key responsibilities will include:
• Undertake pre-contract cost estimating for major infrastructure works relating to Al Maktoum International Airport and other significant infrastructure and building projects in Dubai & the Middle East
• Lead the preparation of detailed cost plans and conduct feasibility studies
• Lead the procurement of civil engineering contractors and evaluate tenders
• Lead a team of Junior Quantity Surveyors.
• Manage live post-contract contract administration work
• Take responsibility for the team preparation of final accounts and cost reports
• Liaise directly with client contacts and contractors to ensure project goals are met and client satisfaction is achieved
Desired Skills and Experience
The successful candidate will bring:
• 10 years relevant postgraduate experience or equivalent is required
• A strong track record of pre-contract expertise is essential
• Proficiency in undertaking and supervising measurements of bills of quantities, cost planning, and value engineering
• Client-facing experience and excellent communication skills in English (both verbal and written)
• Previous experience in aviation / airport construction and/or civil engineering is preferred; major building project experience to world class standards may also be acceptable
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
• Candidates must hold a degree in Quantity Surveying from a recognised university. Successful completion of a measurement module would be advantageous
• Candidates MUST be MRICS qualified or actively working towards MRICS qualification
Employing Company Overview and Profile
We are pleased to be partnering with a premium cost consultancy firm, that has extensive expertise working with major long term government clients and private developers in Dubai, UAE.
Their long-standing experience is reflected in an impressive client portfolio, which spans diverse and complex projects within aviation, civil engineering and premium apartment construction.
Full details of this exciting employer are provided to shortlisted candidates.
Additional Benefits Package and Incentives