Quantity Surveyor – Civil Construction (Arabic Speaking)

About the Opportunity Akwan Construction is looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor (Arabic Speaking) to join our construction team in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of construction cost estimation, quantity take-offs, project budgeting, and contract administration, with the ability to coordinate effectively with project teams, consultants, and subcontractors. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BOQ), quantity take-offs, and cost estimates. • Monitor project budgets, construction costs, and financial performance. • Prepare and evaluate interim payment applications, variation orders, and claims. • Review subcontractor quotations, payment requests, and contractual documentation. • Support tendering, pricing, procurement, and cost-control activities. • Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, consultants, and subcontractors. • Prepare cost reports, progress valuations, and final accounts. • Identify potential cost overruns and recommend corrective actions. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field. • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in construction quantity surveying. • Experience working with building or civil construction contractors in the UAE is strongly preferred. • Fluency in Arabic is mandatory, with professional English communication skills. • Strong knowledge of BOQs, cost estimation, variation orders, and contract administration. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD; experience with quantity surveying software is an advantage. • Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documentation. • Strong analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills. Show more Show less

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field. Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in construction quantity surveying. Experience working with building or civil construction contractors in the UAE is strongly preferred. Fluency in Arabic is mandatory, with professional English communication skills. Strong knowledge of BOQs, cost estimation, variation orders, and contract administration. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD; experience with quantity surveying software is an advantage. Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documentation. Strong analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BOQ), quantity take-offs, and cost estimates. Monitor project budgets, construction costs, and financial performance. Prepare and evaluate interim payment applications, variation orders, and claims. Review subcontractor quotations, payment requests, and contractual documentation. Support tendering, pricing, procurement, and cost-control activities. Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, consultants, and subcontractors. Prepare cost reports, progress valuations, and final accounts. Identify potential cost overruns and recommend corrective actions.