Associate Director Quantity Surveying

A new attractive Associate Director Quantity Surveying opportunity with a Cost Consultancy in Dubai.
Ideal candidates should have a consultancy background and strong client-facing skills.

Project Details

The company's portfolio primarily includes office fit-out projects and residential work. Due to the nature of the work in Dubai, the suitable candidate must have strong client-facing skills and experience working in the Middle East. 

Prior postgraduate experience of working in the United Kingdom within a quantity surveyor or cost consultancy firm is strongly preferable, as well as a related degree accredited within the UK.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee and lead quantity surveying services across multiple projects, ensuring consistency and high standards in all deliverables.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, including cost planning, value engineering, and life-cycle costing.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution and repeat business opportunities.
• Regularly communicate with clients and stakeholders on project progress, budget updates, and any financial impacts, providing expert advice as needed.
• Support business development efforts by identifying new project opportunities and assisting with proposal preparation and bidding processes.

Desired Skills and Experience

• 10 years of relevant Quantity Surveyor/ Cost Consulting experience either from consultancy or main contractor background
• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor in the United Kingdom and the Middle East
• Knowledge of pre- and post-contract administration.
• Must have a clear understanding of, and ability to work with, construction contract commercial documents, drawings and specifications.
• Candidates must have strong client-facing skills
• Ability to communicate logically and clearly with management and staff.
• Experience in managing and development client relationships
• Strong communication skills as well as excellent verbal and written English

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• A BSc Hons in Quantity Surveying or a similar subject from a recognised university
• Professional qualification such as MRICS is preferred not essential

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The hiring company is an independent Quantity Surveying and Construction Cost Consultancy serving all sectors within the construction industry.

They offer dynamic and reliable cost advice on construction and real estate projects, supporting clients from project inception through to completion, with services tailored to the specific needs of each project.

Full details of this employer will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

Full package disclosed to shortlisted candidates