Our Leading Interiors Contracting client has a new requirement for a well experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Dubai, UAE. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a Quantity Surveyor for an Interior Fit Out contracting company on large scale fit out, joinery and refurbishment projects and contracts. Only candidates with a proven track record with recognised Interior Fit Out or Joinery Contractors will be considered.This role is available for immediate joining and is for a direct hire, permanent opportunity employed directly by our client.Key Responsibilities:To take active responsibility for all financial procedures in conjunction with the Senior or Managing Surveyor.
To suggest trade contractors, systems and manufacturers for team appraisal.
To take a lead role in the valuation process.
Be aware of element costings and costs per square metre
Develop initial project budget and agree detailed cost plan with the Senior Surveyor for agreement with the professional team.
Confirm project insurance arrangements.
Advise client on procurement routes available.
Prepare and monitor Bid Package Tender Schedule.
Advise on product selection, specifications and assist with value engineering exercises.
Advise on selection of Works Contractors.
Monitor the information flow both to and from the client to ensure that work undertaken is fully authorised at all times.
Attend and if necessary, chair meetings with the design team and with works contractors.
Manage the change process in conjunction with the extended team.
Instruct accounts to invoice clients
Prepare payment documentation for subcontractors and suppliers for approval by line manager
Prepare \'rolling\' final account throughout project and agree at PC (with approval of line manager)
Close out financial account and retention releases (with approval of line manager)
Prepare Cost/Value Reconciliation (CVR), create regular budget and price updates, update computerised cost control system and prepare the monthly cost and progress report for Interior directors responsible
Provide feedback to trade contractors on completion
Internal reporting via billing monitors, Internal value Forecasts, Cash Flows MCR\'s and interim CVR\'s
Acts as the lynch pin with the day to day running of the project in terms of procurement and financial control and as a result must be an effective communicator.
Takes on role of mentor to AQS and support staff.
Acts as the key co-ordinator with the professional team and Subcontractors in respect to the valuation process.Requirements: Quantity Surveyor (Fit Out) Experience:Minimum BSc in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or related
5+ years of relevant experience in interior fit out, joinery or refurbishment projects.
Proven ability to access necessary market information to obtain costs / prices.
Understanding of BOQ methodologies and build ups in a project environment for fit out & refurbishment of hospitality / commercial spaces / retail units.
Good written and oral communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with project personnel and management.Salary:
AED 6,000 to 10,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.ABOUT THE COMPANYJ10 Consulting are Construction Recruitment experts in the Middle East.We help businesses and careers grow by delivering Temporary Contract & Permanent Contingency hiring solutions within Construction & Engineering in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain & KuwaitJ10 Consulting provide collaborative engagement and a deep understanding of both client and candidate requirements to cover temporary and permanent requirements across a number of vertical markets within Construction & Engineering.

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