Senior Quantity Surveyor

**Title:** Senior Quantity Surveyor (ME&I) **"Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!** **The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.** **KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."** **JD: Senior Quantity Surveyor (ME&I)** **Abu Dhabi** **Position Summary** The Senior Quantity Surveyor (ME&I) is responsible for managing all quantity surveying, commercial, and cost management activities related to Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Telecommunication (ME&I) works. The role includes preparation of quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), evaluation of contractor claims and variations, preparation of work orders, cost estimation, and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle. **Key Responsibilities** * Quantity Take-Off & BOQ Development * Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from engineering drawings, specifications, and project documents. * Develop and review Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Telecom works. * Verify material quantities for estimation, procurement and tendering purposes. * Ensure BOQs comply with project specifications, client standards, and contractual requirements. **Cost Estimation & Work Orders** * Prepare cost estimates and pricing for new projects, work orders, and additional scope. * Develop work order cost breakdowns and supporting commercial documentation. * Prepare engineer’s estimates and benchmark project costs. * Support budget preparation and cost forecasting. **Claims & Variation Evaluation** * Evaluate contractor variation orders (VOs), change requests, and contractual claims. * Assess entitlement, quantity, rates, and supporting documentation. * Review Extension of Time (EOT)-related commercial impacts. * Prepare commercial evaluation reports and recommendations for management approval. **Tendering & Commercial Support** * Prepare tender BOQs and pricing schedules. * Prepare Method of Measurements. * Review subcontractor quotations and recommend award. **Qualifications** * Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. * Professional certification (RICS, MRICS, CQS, or equivalent) is an advantage. **Experience** * Minimum 15 years of experience in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management. * Experience in ME&I construction methods, sequencing, and site execution is a strong advantage. * Proven experience in Oil & Gas, Power, Infrastructure, or EPC/EPCM projects. * Extensive experience in ME&I quantity take-offs and BOQ preparation. * Strong experience in evaluating contractor claims, variation orders, and work orders. * Experience in contract administration under FIDIC or similar international contract forms. **Technical Skills** * Quantity Take-Off and Measurement * BOQ Preparation and Verification * Work Order Development * Claims and Variation Evaluation * Cost Estimation  * Contract Administration * Tender Evaluation * Rate Analysis * Commercial Reporting * Advanced Microsoft Excel * AutoCAD and quantity take-off software * Knowledge of Primavera P6 and SAP is an advantage **Core Competencies** * Strong analytical and commercial skills * Excellent understanding of ME&I construction practices * Sound contractual and negotiation skills * High attention to detail and accuracy * Effective communication and stakeholder management * Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously * Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills