Senior QS

First started in Dubai in 1992, KPS is a market leader in commercial interiors. With more than 500 employees across the Middle East and Europe, people are at the heart of our business. We love a good challenge and view every day as an opportunity to innovate and set new standards for ourselves, our clients and our industry.Job DescriptionJob PurposeThe purpose of the Senior Quantity Surveyor role is to provide commercial, contractual and financial management service on project values up to AED 25M and ensure profit objectives and targets are met. The role ensures that project value and cost is managed to maximize profitability and to achieve company objectives.Operational Responsibilities Procure subcontractor / supplier packages in a timely manner within the target budget cost, in accordance with the contract drawings and specifications. Prepare procurement tracking schedule, and closely monitor during procurement stage. Prepare and submit payment applications to the consultant / client in a timely manner. Follow up on payment certifications to ensure that they are received and tax invoices are raised to ensure timely payment, all in accordance with the agreed payment terms. Administer variations to the project via the change management process to maintain forecast final account values for the projects. Control and monitor subcontractor / supplier variations, payment certification, back charges, etc. in order to maintain accurate financial status of their accounts. Produce and maintain cost-to-date and forecast final costs in order to accurately report the project cost status as per reporting requirements. Produce monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports as required to accurately report the project's financial position. Prepare the interim / detailed particulars for delay administration when required.Person SpecificationsPerson Specifications (Essential) Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related field. 6-8 years’ experience in a similar role. Demonstrated influence and negotiation skills. Strong communication skills both written and oral. Demonstrated analytical ability and numeral skills. Demonstrated attention to details and quality. Demonstrated interpersonal ability. Strong planning and organization skills. Demonstrated ability to read engineering drawings. Working knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and Power-point. Working knowledge of CAD, Microsoft Project, Primavera and Aconex. Working knowledge of ERP systems.NoteIn the absence of formal qualifications, a trade/construction background will be considered with a minimum of 8-10 years’ experience depending on the level of the role and quality of experience.Person Specification (Desirable) Working knowledge of Forms of Contract (e.g. FIDIC). Demonstrated leadership skills.