About the Role
Guildhall is running the search for a multinational main contractor delivering large-scale infrastructure projects across the Gulf, as it builds out its commercial team for a major project in the UAE. This Senior Quantity Surveyor will own the full commercial cycle on assigned packages – measurement, valuations, variations and subcontractor accounts – on a unit-rate remeasurement contract from early mobilisation. The hire comes as the project ramps up, with quantities and payments about to move at volume. It's a build-phase seat with real ownership, not a desk job reviewing other people's numbers.
Package: Typically circa AED 28,000–40,000 per month, based on current market benchmarks for this level
The role
- Run commercial delivery for assigned packages on a live infrastructure project in the UAE.
- Administer unit-rate (remeasurement) contracts from mobilisation through completion
- Prepare and verify quantity measurements and interim payment applications
- Evaluate variations, claims and change orders as work progresses
- Manage subcontractor accounts, payments and final accounts
- Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts and commercial performance reviews
- Support procurement, tender evaluation and contractual dispute resolution
- Mentor junior quantity surveyors within the commercial team
What you'll bring
- 8-10+ years quantity surveying experience in infrastructure, aviation or major civil works
- Hands-on experience running unit-rate (remeasurement) contracts on large projects
- Strong FIDIC knowledge and contract administration experience
- Track record managing interim valuations, BOQ administration and final accounts
- Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering or related field
- Proficiency in take-off software such as CostX, PlanSwift or Cubit
- Airport or large infrastructure project experience is an advantage
- MRICS, AIQS, CIQS or equivalent certification is an advantage
What's on offer
- A build-phase seat on a large-scale infrastructure project in the UAE.
- Full ownership of commercial delivery across assigned packages
- Placement within a multinational main contractor with an active regional pipeline
- Standard six-day working week, Sunday off, per site schedule
Why apply through Guildhall
- Boutique executive search firm in Dubai, established 2010
- 8x independent industry awards since 2020
- 4.9-star Google rating from 250+ reviews
- Direct access to the retained consultant running this search, with a confidential process
Hiring a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Dubai
A Senior Quantity Surveyor on a large infrastructure or aviation project in Dubai typically owns the commercial side of assigned packages – measurement, valuations, variations and subcontractor accounts – reporting into a Commercial Manager or Director. Unit-rate (remeasurement) contracts are common on mega civil and aviation works in the Gulf, so hands-on experience with FIDIC and remeasurement administration is highly sought after. Demand for this profile tends to rise sharply when major infrastructure or airport projects move from design into build phase and commercial teams need to scale ahead of volume.
Common questions
What does a Senior Quantity Surveyor do in Dubai?
A Senior Quantity Surveyor manages the commercial side of construction packages, including measurement, valuations, variations, claims and final accounts. On infrastructure and aviation projects, this usually means working within a unit-rate (remeasurement) contract structure and reporting into a Commercial Manager or Director.
What experience do I need to apply?
Most employers look for 8-10 years or more of quantity surveying experience on infrastructure, aviation or major civil projects, with hands-on exposure to unit-rate contracts, FIDIC administration and final accounts. A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Civil Engineering, plus familiarity with take-off software such as CostX or PlanSwift, is typically expected.
How do I apply?
Apply directly on this page. A Guildhall consultant reviews every application personally and will be in touch on a confidential basis if your background fits.
What does this role pay?
Based on current market benchmarks, this role typically pays circa AED 28,000-40,000 per month, depending on experience and certification.
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