Senior Project Surveyor - Post Contract

Job Summary The Senior Project Surveyor (SPS) will lead key elements of the site-based post contract delivery based on site or clients' offices in Abu Dhabi. The candidate will be expected to work well as part of a team and autonomously and know when to reach back to the office / line manager for additional support. Job Duties To achieve the highest standards of professional competence and to demonstrate this ability in all dealings with clients and professional contacts, reinforcing the profile of the firm. Experience in procurement and tendering Ability to integrate with key members of the design team and Client team. Assist in evaluating claims. Preparation of financial updates and monthly cost reports. Assesses and value progress payments and change requests. Review and compare scopes of work, production rates, and cost data. Preparation of earned value reports. Prepare, review, and update cash-flows. Estimate variation orders for Contractors/Subcontractors. Evaluate and negotiates variations and change orders in liaison with the Contract Administrator, Design and Construction Teams. Evaluate and negotiate final accounts settlements. Qualification Must have a QS or Engineering degree or similar equivalent MRICS Desireable Specific Skills Required High level of literacy skills in English. Excellent working knowledge of industry best practices To be part of our commercial team on building projects Good working knowledge of FIDIC contracts Knowledge of cost and contract management techniques, budget management and change control Ability to present confidently Ability to act with discretion and safeguarding confidentiality of project data. Computer Literate, with specific experience in Cost Management software programs Person Specification (Personality Attributes) A dynamic, forward-thinking person with the skills to self-manage Presentable and personable, this individual will be a team player and comfortable with working in a large team and dynamic environment. Build successful working relationships with internal departments Ability to handle multiple tasks and establish priorities for the timely completion of work. High level of professionalism, initiative and creativity. Problem solving/lateral thinking skills. Experience A minimum of 10 years’ experience with large scale projects. Experience in various buidling projects beneficial. Communication and formal English language skills are considered essential.

QS or Engineering degree or equivalent; MRICS; minimum 10 years’ experience on large-scale building projects; high proficiency in English.

Lead site-based post-contract delivery activities; evaluate claims; prepare financial updates and monthly cost reports; assess and value progress payments and change requests; review and compare scopes of work, production rates, and cost data; prepare, review and update cash-flows; estimate variation orders for contractors/subcontractors; evaluate and negotiate variations and change orders with Contract Administrator, Design and Construction Teams; evaluate and negotiate final accounts settlements; ensure compliance with cost management techniques, budget management and change control; maintain confidentiality of project data; collaborate with design and client teams and integrate with key project members.