Summary
GINCO Contracting is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial and contractual matters for construction projects in Dubai. The role covers measurement and valuation of completed works, interim payment applications, variations, subcontractor valuations, cost reporting, and support for final accounts. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management and 5–8 years of experience with a Tier 1 UAE MEP or building contractor. Knowledge of FIDIC and NEC contracts and proficiency in CostX, Candy, Excel, and Aconex or Procore are required.
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Job Description
Role Overview
The Quantity Surveyor manages the commercial and contractual elements of assigned construction projects, covering measurement, valuation, interim payment applications, variation management, and cost reporting. The role operates within GESCO’s commercial framework to protect the company’s contractual and financial interests throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and submit monthly interim payment applications (IPAs) to the main contractor or client in accordance with contract terms.
- Measure and value completed works on site against BOQs, drawings, and specifications.
- Identify, quantify, and submit variations and change orders; maintain a variation register and track approval status.
- Review subcontractor payment applications, measure subcontract works, and process subcontract valuations.
- Assist in the preparation and negotiation of subcontract agreements in coordination with the Commercial Manager.
- Prepare and maintain cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and project commercial trackers.
- Review and respond to contractual correspondence, RFIs, and notices in coordination with senior commercial staff.
- Carry out material take-offs and BOQ reconciliations to support procurement and site teams.
- Maintain commercial records, correspondence files, and contractual documentation for assigned projects.
- Support the preparation of final accounts and project close-out commercial reports.
- Liaise with project managers, site engineers, and design teams to capture all commercial events on site.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.
- 5-8 years of QS experience with a Tier 1 UAE MEP or building contractor.
- Sound knowledge of FIDIC (Red/Yellow Book) and NEC contract forms.
- Proficiency in CostX, Candy, MS Excel, and document management platforms (Aconex/Procore).
- Good understanding of UAE construction market, standard specifications, and procurement practices.
- Strong attention to detail, commercial awareness, and ability to work to tight deadlines.
- Membership of RICS or CIOB (or working toward) is an advantage