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