Senior Quantity Surveyor – MRICS Certified (FIDIC Expertise)

Rewritten Job Description:

Position Overview:
KEO is seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Dubai, UAE. This role is pivotal in overseeing cost management, contract administration, and financial control for a major construction project. The successful candidate must be MRICS certified, possess extensive expertise in FIDIC contracts, and demonstrate a strong background in managing large-scale project budgets, procurement, and cost estimation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full project budgeting and financial reporting, ensuring alignment with approved cost plans.

• Prepare, oversee, and manage procurement and tendering documentation to facilitate contractor selection.

• Administer FIDIC contracts, managing claims, variations, compliance, and dispute resolution.

• Deliver accurate cost estimations for all project stages, considering construction methods and resource allocation.

• Track all financial activities including payments, contractor claims, and prepare periodic cost reports for stakeholders.

• Manage change control processes and assess financial implications of project variations.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks throughout the project lifecycle.

• Participate in value engineering efforts to optimize costs without compromising quality.

• Maintain strong client, contractor, and consultant relationships, providing expert advice on all contractual and financial matters.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.

• MRICS certification is mandatory.

• Minimum 12 years of experience in quantity surveying, with extensive exposure to FIDIC-based contracts.

• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, procurement, and cost control.

• Excellent financial acumen, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Experience in large-scale, high-profile construction projects is highly preferred.

• Proficiency in project management and cost control software.

Why Join KEO?
At KEO, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll be part of a global enterprise where innovation and creativity are at the heart of everything we do. Enjoy career development opportunities, health and wellness programs, hybrid work policies, athletic sponsorships, and a vibrant, supportive community.