Job description

Job Title: MEP Quantity Surveyor

Location: Dubai, UAE

Job Type: Full-time

Experience Level: Junior to Mid Level (Typically 3 to 5+ years)

Industry: Construction / Engineering / MEP Contracting

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly meticulous and experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial/technical team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing all financial, contractual, and quantity-related aspects of MEP packages throughout the project lifecycle—from initial tendering and estimation to final account settlement. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical understanding of MEP systems (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Firefighting, and ELV) and a proven track record of cost control and value engineering.

Key Responsibilities

1. Estimation, Bidding & Pre-Contract

• Take off quantities accurately from MEP drawings, specifications, and tender documents to prepare comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Prepare detailed, competitive cost estimates and commercial tenders for MEP infrastructure and building packages (including HVAC, VAV systems, Chilled Water, Electrical networks, and Public Health services).
• Review tender documents, scope of work, and contract conditions to identify potential commercial risks and opportunities.

2. Post-Contract Commercial Management & Cost Control

• Monitor and manage project expenditures against budgeted allowances to ensure healthy profit margins.
• Conduct regular site measurements and verify work progress for monthly valuations and interim payment applications.
• Evaluate, negotiate, and price variations, change orders, and claims for additional works, ensuring full contractual compliance.

3. Procurement, Subcontractor & Supplier Management

• Prepare inquiries, float tenders, and analyze commercial quotes from sub-contractors and material suppliers.
• Handle material suppliers for competitive pricing, negotiate terms, issue/place Local Purchase Orders (LPOs), and follow up on timely site deliveries.
• Conduct strict techno-commercial evaluations and prepare comparison sheets for major MEP equipment and packages.
• Draft and administer sub-contract agreements and certify subcontractor monthly invoices and final accounts.

4. Financial Reporting & Close-out

• Prepare monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), cash flow forecasts, and project financial status reports.
• Manage the final account settlement with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, ensuring the timely release of retentions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Visa Status: Must possess their own valid Freelance Visa / Independent Residency Sponsorship with a valid labor permit/NOC.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a strictly related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of experience as an MEP Quantity Surveyor, preferably within a reputable MEP contractor or main contracting firm in the region.
• Technical Expertise:
• Deep understanding of MEP infrastructure systems, equipment pricing, and installation methodologies.
• Hands-on experience in dealing with material suppliers, LPO generation, and supply chain tracking.
• Proficiency in standard methods of measurement (e.g., POMI, NRM2, SMM7).
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (for complex BOQs and cost models) and take-off software (e.g., PlanSwift, CostX, or AutoCAD).
• Soft Skills: Strong negotiation tactics, excellent analytical skills, sharp eye for detail, and the ability to work under tight tendering deadlines.

What We Offer

• Fixed monthly salary package based on experience and portfolio.
• Opportunity to work on landmark, large-scale construction projects.
• A collaborative and professional project environment.

Skills

• Visa Status: Must possess their own valid Freelance Visa / Independent Residency Sponsorship with a valid labor permit/NOC.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a strictly related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of experience as an MEP Quantity Surveyor, preferably within a reputable MEP contractor or main contracting firm in the region.