About this role
Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (ME&I)
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JD: Senior Quantity Surveyor (ME&I) Abu Dhabi
Position Summary The Senior Quantity Surveyor (ME&I) is responsible for managing all quantity surveying, commercial, and cost management activities related to Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Telecommunication (ME&I) works. The role includes preparation of quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), evaluation of contractor claims and variations, preparation of work orders, cost estimation, and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
• Quantity Take-Off & BOQ Development • Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from engineering drawings, specifications, and project documents. • Develop and review Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Telecom works. • Verify material quantities for estimation, procurement and tendering purposes. • Ensure BOQs comply with project specifications, client standards, and contractual requirements.
Cost Estimation & Work Orders
• Prepare cost estimates and pricing for new projects, work orders, and additional scope. • Develop work order cost breakdowns and supporting commercial documentation. • Prepare engineer’s estimates and benchmark project costs. • Support budget preparation and cost forecasting.
Claims & Variation Evaluation
• Evaluate contractor variation orders (VOs), change requests, and contractual claims. • Assess entitlement, quantity, rates, and supporting documentation. • Review Extension of Time (EOT)-related commercial impacts. • Prepare commercial evaluation reports and recommendations for management approval.
Tendering & Commercial Support
• Prepare tender BOQs and pricing schedules. • Prepare Method of Measurements. • Review subcontractor quotations and recommend award.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. • Professional certification (RICS, MRICS, CQS, or equivalent) is an advantage.
Experience
• Minimum 15 years of experience in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management. • Experience in ME&I construction methods, sequencing, and site execution is a strong advantage. • Proven experience in Oil & Gas, Power, Infrastructure, or EPC/EPCM projects. • Extensive experience in ME&I quantity take-offs and BOQ preparation. • Strong experience in evaluating contractor claims, variation orders, and work orders. • Experience in contract administration under FIDIC or similar international contract forms.
Technical Skills
• Quantity Take-Off and Measurement • BOQ Preparation and Verification • Work Order Development • Claims and Variation Evaluation • Cost Estimation • Contract Administration • Tender Evaluation • Rate Analysis • Commercial Reporting • Advanced Microsoft Excel • AutoCAD and quantity take-off software • Knowledge of Primavera P6 and SAP is an advantage
Core Competencies
• Strong analytical and commercial skills • Excellent understanding of ME&I construction practices • Sound contractual and negotiation skills • High attention to detail and accuracy • Effective communication and stakeholder management • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills