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Location

UAE | United Kingdom

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Job description

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise, and working on projects that transform society for all of us.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Quantity Surveyor in all aspects related to cost estimation, budget control, and financial management for our road and infrastructure construction supervision project in Abu Dhabi. Your responsibilities will include assisting in quantity take-offs, preparing cost estimates, managing project budgets, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

Your new role, what's involved?

Responsibilities:

1. Quantity Take-Offs:

   • Assist in the measurement and quantification of materials required for the project.
   • Collaborate with the Quantity Surveyor to ensure accurate and comprehensive quantity take-offs.

2. Cost Estimation:

   • Support in the preparation of detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment.
   • Work closely with the Quantity Surveyor to analyze project specifications and requirements.

3. Budget Management:

   • Assist in developing and maintaining project budgets, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring cost control measures are implemented.
   • Collaborate with project teams to track and report on budget variances.

4. Contractual Compliance:

   • Ensure adherence to contractual terms and conditions related to cost and quantity aspects.
   • Collaborate with legal and contractual teams to address any discrepancies or changes.

5. Documentation:

   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all quantity surveying activities.
   • Prepare reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

6. Vendor and Subcontractor Coordination:

   • Work closely with vendors and subcontractors to obtain accurate pricing and quotes.
   • Assist in the negotiation of contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.

7. Risk Analysis:

   • Collaborate with project teams to identify and assess potential risks related to costs and quantities.
   • Assist in developing risk mitigation strategies.

8. Value Engineering:

   • Participate in value engineering exercises to optimize project costs without compromising quality.
   • Provide recommendations for cost-saving measures.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Recent Abu Dhabi working experience is mandate and total working experience of minimum 10 years.
• Proven experience in quantity surveying or cost estimation, preferably in road and infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with construction management software and tools.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

What's in it for you?

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Apply now and be the future of WSP!

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic.

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