Senior Quantity Surveyor (ME&I)

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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