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Quantity Surveyor

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Parsons

Nov 12, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Dubai
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AI generated summary

  • You must have a degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying, 10 years of experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of contract administration. UAE approval and AutoCAD familiarity preferred.
  • You will measure and price contracts, manage payments and variations, advise on resources, ensure compliance, audit contractor payments, and prepare financial reports while coordinating your team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
  • Minimum 10 years experience in large infrastructure projects.
  • Knowledge of pre and post contract administration.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate logically and clearly with management and staff.
  • UAE Authority approval as Quantity Surveyor is preferred.
  • Must have a clear understanding of, and ability to work with, construction contract commercial documents, drawings and specifications.
  • Familiarity with Auto Cad is preferred.
  • Strong analytical capabilities and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for accurately measuring and pricing using Contract drawings, specifications and Bills of Quantities.
  • To handle all post-contract QS functions such as handling of interim and final payments, variations, commercial and contractual correspondence, cash flows, claims etc.
  • Advise on contractual matters.
  • Ensure completeness and validity of contractual requirements.
  • Advice on Contractor’s resource allocation.
  • Audit payments to Contractors.
  • Ensure prompt submittal and completeness of valuations.
  • Check and record measure of work done.
  • Prepare variations and day-works.
  • Monitor contracts final cost estimate.
  • Maintain expenditure records.
  • Review, negotiate and prepare claim settlements.
  • Coordinate and monitor activities of his team.
  • Prepare financial statements for monthly report.
  • Perform other duties associated with this position as may be appropriate.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Quantity Surveyor position?

A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying is required.

How many years of experience are necessary for this role?

A minimum of 10 years of experience in large infrastructure projects is necessary.

Is knowledge of contract administration important for this role?

Yes, knowledge of pre and post contract administration is essential for this position.

Are there any preferred skills for applicants?

Yes, having UAE Authority approval as a Quantity Surveyor and familiarity with AutoCAD are preferred skills.

What types of projects will the Quantity Surveyor be working on?

The Quantity Surveyor will be involved in large infrastructure projects.

What are the key responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor?

Responsibilities include measuring and pricing using contract drawings, handling post-contract QS functions, advising on contractual matters, and preparing financial statements.

What software knowledge is preferred for the Quantity Surveyor position?

Familiarity with AutoCAD is preferred.

What communication skills are necessary for this role?

Good oral and written communication skills are necessary, as well as the ability to communicate logically and clearly with management and staff.

Is there any specific knowledge required regarding construction documents?

Yes, a clear understanding of, and ability to work with, construction contract commercial documents, drawings, and specifications is required.

Is this position open to candidates from diverse backgrounds?

Yes, Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

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Mission & Purpose

Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. #WeAreParsons