Project Quantity Surveyor

Company Description

Egis is a global organisation with over 20,000 employees worldwide. With our head office based in Paris, we offer global career opportunities, as well as offer rewarding careers for our people locally. 

Egis is an organisation with a capacity to make meaningful industry and community change in the space of place-making, sustainability and creating connected cities. Different to other engineering firms, Egis offers true end-to-end capability across the entire design-to-operation lifecycle, offering advisory, architecture, engineering, design, asset management and operations services.  

We are committed to creating great teams doing innovative work and would love you to join us to Impact the Future.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities (BOQ), and tender documentation.
• Review drawings and specifications to identify project requirements and cost implications.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and cost analysis for construction projects.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost control processes.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and prepare comparative analyses.
• Prepare and administer contracts, variations, progress claims, and final accounts.
• Monitor project expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, consultants, and contractors.
• Assess and certify subcontractor progress payments.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Support procurement activities and material cost evaluations.
• Prepare periodic commercial and financial reports for management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Quantity Surveying or
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 5–7 years of proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction projects.
• Experience in commercial, residential, industrial, or infrastructure projects is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and cost management.

• Proficiency in quantity surveying and estimation software.
• Strong understanding of BOQ preparation and tendering processes.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Information

• Experience in building or infrastructure projects in the UAE
• Knowledge of FIDIC and various UAE Authorities contracts
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Experience using AutoCAD, CostX, Planswift, or similar software is a plus.