About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Introduction
Are you someone who can spot discrepancies in invoices from a mile away? Do you get a certain satisfaction from watching a project tally up exactly as planned? If you’re an experienced Quantity Surveyor (QS) ready to join the fast-paced world of interior design, this could be the perfect next step. We’re a creative and growing interior design company in the heart of Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi — and right now, we’re looking for a QS with the technical know-how to keep our projects running smoothly and efficiently.
About the Company
Picture a team where designers, architects, and project managers come together not just to finish a job, but to leave a lasting impression on Abu Dhabi’s spaces. We’ve carved out a reputation for quality, reliability, and a dash of bold creativity in every project we take on — from boutique hotels to luxury residences. While our standards are high, our hierarchy is flat: ideas flow as freely as our office coffee, and Friday afternoons tend to end in impromptu design critiques (and maybe a snack or two). Here, everyone’s contribution counts.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Preparing accurate cost estimates and bills of quantities using PlanSwift or AutoCAD — whatever helps you work best
- Analyzing drawings, specifications, and tender documents to scope out requirements and catch any ambiguities early
- Liaising with designers, project managers, and procurement to make sure your numbers reflect what’s actually being built
- Managing and tracking project budgets throughout the entire project lifecycle (crunching numbers and spotting gaps as you go)
- Measuring completed works on-site to prepare payment applications and verify contractor invoices
- Staying current with supplier rates and market trends, sometimes even haggling for that little bit of extra value
- Preparing and submitting detailed progress reports to stakeholders — clarity matters here
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- At least 3 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within interior fit-out or construction
- Solid proficiency in either PlanSwift or AutoCAD (bonus points if you use both comfortably)
- Strong attention to detail — double checks are second nature
- Confident communication skills, both on paper and in person
- Willingness to work from our office in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, with occasional site visits
Nice-to-Haves:
- Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or similar
- Familiarity with local Abu Dhabi suppliers and contract standards
- Experience working in multicultural teams or on fast-paced interior fit-out projects
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary, always paid on time
- Collaborative, creative team environment where new ideas are genuinely valued
- Office tucked conveniently in Shabiya 10, with easy access and on-site parking
- Support for ongoing training or certifications in your field
- Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of stylish, high-impact projects
- Occasional company lunches — and if you’ve got a favorite spot, say the word!
We take pride in delivering not just beautiful spaces but a workplace where you can grow at your own pace, surrounded by people who care about what they do. If you’re ready to help build something remarkable, we can’t wait to meet you.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through your typical process for preparing detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for an interior fit-out project?
- How do you use PlanSwift or AutoCAD in your day-to-day work as a Quantity Surveyor, and do you have a preference between the two?
- Tell us about a time you identified ambiguities or discrepancies in tender documents or drawings. How did you resolve them?
- Describe your approach to tracking project budgets and identifying cost overruns. What steps do you take when you spot a potential budget gap?
- When measuring completed work on-site for payment applications, how do you ensure accuracy and fairness for both client and contractor?
- How do you stay up-to-date with fluctuating supplier rates and market trends in Abu Dhabi, and can you share an instance where your negotiating skills led to cost savings?
- Give an example of a situation where you had to communicate complex financial information to a non-technical stakeholder. How did you ensure they understood your findings?
- Interior fit-out projects often require quick turnaround and tight collaboration. Describe a time you had to balance speed, accuracy, and teamwork to meet a project deadline.
- Can you recall a challenging moment while verifying a contractor’s invoice? What strategy did you use to resolve it amicably?
- Our team values open discussion and sharing of ideas. How comfortable are you giving and receiving feedback on work, especially when it comes from designers or project managers?
- What excites you the most about working closely with a multidisciplinary, creative team compared to more traditional construction environments?
- In our multicultural setting, have you ever worked with colleagues from diverse backgrounds? How did you approach communication and collaboration?
- What motivates you to maintain a high standard of accuracy in your work, especially when juggling multiple projects at once?
- If you could introduce one improvement to our current QS process or tools, what would it be and why?