Quantity Surveyor Job in UAE

Are you a detail-oriented professional experienced in measurement, cost estimation and contract documents within construction? A reputable UAE-based company is currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support their projects by preparing BOQs, managing cost variations, and coordinating with site and commercial teams to ensure budgets are met and reports are accurate.

About the Company

SSA Ltd. (Sommerman Skinner Associates) find out the detail to allow you to make qualified judgments about your career and its progression. On the companies that we represent (over 2000 spread across a diverse spectrum of industry) we will be able to inform you of contracts pending, awarded, company growth, opportunity, relative reward and internal prospects. We believe that through spending time and effort front end through interviewing or individual dedication we can offer real advice that will be valued. Our founder is degree qualified with extensive exposure to industry and with a career also behind him in Recruitment Management. Our team is made up of qualified construction professionals. We specialise in both permanent and freelance opportunities to qualified construction professionals.

Job Overview

• Location: Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

• Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

• Department: Quantity Surveying / Commercial / Cost Control

• Reports To: Senior QS / Commercial Manager

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred

• Experience: 3-6 years in quantity surveying or commercial roles on construction projects

• Salary Range: AED 8,000 – 12,000 per month

• Gender: Open

Role – Quantity Surveyor

You will be responsible for preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQs), estimating and controlling costs, managing variations, reviewing site measurements, and liaising with procurement, contracts and site teams. Your role helps maintain commercial accuracy and ensures project cost issues are flagged and managed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and validate BOQs and bill reconciliations.

• Carry out site measurement, quantity take-offs and work with site teams to confirm quantities.

• Monitor contract variations, change orders and cost impact; assist with claims.

• Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts, and cost-value reconciliations.

• Coordinate with procurement, contracts and site for timely documentation and approvals.

• Support tendering process by providing quantity inputs and cost estimates.

• Ensure compliance with company procedures, contract requirements and Financial/Commercial controls.

• Maintain documentation of quantities, variations, cost records and archive files.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 3-6 years’ relevant experience in quantity surveying on construction projects in UAE or GCC.

• Strong competence in BOQ preparation, measurement take-offs, cost control and variation management.

• Proficient in MS Excel and quantity surveying/commercial software.

• Good analytical skills with attention to detail; strong communication and coordination capability.

• Ability to work with site teams, understand drawings, specifications, and construction methods.

Salary & Market Insight

• The average salary for Quantity Surveyors in UAE is around AED 9,836/month.

• For the role level described (3–6 years of experience), a competitive salary of AED 8,000–12,000/month is appropriate given market data.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment with a stable construction firm in the UAE.

• Exposure to cost control, commercial measurement, and project finance within construction.

• Benefits typical for UAE construction roles (health insurance, allowances) subject to company policy.

Location & Work Conditions

• Office-and-site mix role across UAE (likely Dubai or Abu Dhabi).

• Standard working hours; may require occasional extra hours during reporting or project milestones.

Growth & Career Path

• With strong results you can advance to Senior Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Engineer, or Cost Control Manager.

• Opportunity to handle larger project scopes, multi-discipline commercial responsibilities and leadership within the QS function.

How to Apply

Apply via the GulfTalent listing Quantity Surveyor (Ref: #509034). When applying, include:

• CV highlighting your quantity surveying / cost control experience.

• Examples of BOQs or measurement responsibilities you’ve handled.

• Your notice period, availability and salary expectations.

Apply Here –Quantity Surveyor | Al Ain UAE