Quantity Surveyor

Zutari


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Dubai
Contract type: Full time
Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a management-owned engineering firm with nearly 90 years of experience.

As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that positively impact people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

About the role:

Zutari is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor with extensive experience in roads and bridge projects in Dubai and the UAE. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cost estimation, tender preparation, contract administration, and commercial management, with a strong understanding of RTA requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Cost Estimation & BOQ Preparation: Develop detailed cost estimates and Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for roads and bridge projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client requirements.
  • Tender & Contract Support: Prepare engineer’s estimates, evaluate contractor submissions, and respond to tender queries in line with contractual obligations.
  • Collaboration with Design Teams: Work closely with engineering and design teams to provide commercial input during all stages of project development.
  • Pre-Contract Activities: Participate in meetings with clients, consultants, and bidders to support smooth contract finalisation.
  • Commercial Administration: Manage variations, claims, and invoicing processes, liaising with clients to ensure timely certification and payments.
  • Data Management: Maintain cost databases and benchmarks specifically for roadworks, bridges, interchanges, and associated civil infrastructure.


Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in the UAE, with a strong track record in roads and bridges projects.
  • Knowledge of RTA approval processes, standards, and regulations is essential.
  • Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts and UAE construction law.
  • Proficiency in estimation and QS tools (e.g., Candy, CostX, or similar).
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • RICS membership or progress toward qualification preferred.


We believe that a diverse workforce is a key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.

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