Location: Dubai, UAE
Type: Full-Time (office based)

Key Responsibilities:

• Review tender documentation, drawings, and scope of work to prepare accurate material quantity take-offs and Bills of Quantities using internal systems
• Develop competitive cost estimates covering materials, labour, equipment and subcontractor services, while identifying value engineering opportunities to optimise project costs and performance.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to request pricing, gather technical data, compare quotes and support procurement decisions in alignment with project requirements.
• Interpret head contract and subcontract terms and conditions, draft subcontract agreements and purchase orders and ensure documentation is in accordance with company standards.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with vendors and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with budgets, timelines and procurement strategies.
• Prepare monthly progress claims, assess subcontractor/vendor invoices and evaluate variation claims to ensure contractual compliance and cost accuracy.
• Coordinate with internal teams for tender submission, align technical and commercial inputs and conduct detailed handovers to project teams upon award while maintaining well-organised estimate records.
  
  

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in estimation within civil construction and/or interior fit-out in the UAE.
• Proficient in estimation software (e.g. PlanSwift CCS, BuildSoft, Candy, Excel).
• Strong understanding of local market rates and supplier network.
• Knowledge of tendering procedures and contract types (e.g. lump sum, remeasure).