Quantity Surveyor – Transmission & Substation | UAE

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Leverage your technical leadership and join a well-established and renowned Emirati construction company, recognized for delivering complex power and energy infrastructure projects across the UAE and the wider GCC region.

As a Quantity Surveyor ,You will be responsible to manage all quantity surveying, cost estimation, billing, and contract administration activities for EHV Substations (400/220/132 kV), Overhead Transmission Line (OHL) works, and Underground Cable (UGC) projects up to 400 kV, ensuring cost compliance, commercial control, and accurate financial reporting.

Key Accountabilities 

  • Prepare and review BOQs, cost estimates, and quantity take-offs for substation, OHL, and cable projects.
  • Manage monthly progress valuations, interim payment applications, and final accounts.
  • Conduct site measurements, verify subcontractor works, and certify invoices.
  • Review and evaluate variation orders (VOs), claims, and change requests with proper documentation.
  • Maintain updated cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and commercial dashboards.
  • Analyze project budgets versus actual expenditures and highlight deviations.
  • Support tendering activities with accurate pricing, material take-offs, and supplier rate comparisons.
  • Ensure compliance with contract terms, pricing schedules, and project specifications.
  • Coordinate with engineering, planning, and procurement teams to validate quantities and costs.
  • Assist in preparing contractual correspondence and supporting EOT/claim submissions.
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors on commercial matters.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Electrical  Engineering, or relevant field.
  •  Minimum 3–5 years QS experience in: Substation projects (400/220/132 kV), OHL transmission works (up to 400 kV), Underground cable projects (up to 400 kV)
  • Strong understanding of civil and electrical quantities related to transmission projects.
  • Familiar with excavation, foundations, cable works, tower erection, and substation structures.
  • Knowledge of tendering procedures, contract clauses, and cost control principles.
  • Experience using: AutoCAD for measurements (preferred), MS Excel (advanced), ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) – advantage
  • Experience with UAE/GCC utility clients (TRANSCO, DEWA, ADDC, SEC, KAHRAMAA) is highly preferable.
  • Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

Quantity Surveyor – Transmission & Substation | UAE

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Quantity Surveyor – Transmission & Substation | UAE

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