Luxury Construction Senior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor – ADBRA LTD
About us:
- We are a specialist construction and commercial consultancy working on high-end luxury fit-out projects across the Middle East, UK, USA, and Europe.
- Our work focuses on premium interiors, specialist trades, natural materials, and complex bespoke packages, delivered for leading designers, developers, and private clients.
- We are now looking for a Senior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor based in Dubai to lead the commercial delivery of luxury fit-out projects across the region.
- This is a senior, hands-on role for someone with strong regional experience, deep market knowledge, and the ability to operate both strategically and technically.
The role:
The role has two core responsibilities:
- Estimating Lead – overseeing the pricing of new luxury fit-out projects and managing a team of estimators
- Quantity Surveying – managing commercial and contractual aspects of live and future projects
The successful candidate will bring strong Middle East market knowledge, including up-to-date rates for materials, specialist trades, and subcontractors, as well as an established network of suppliers and trade specialists.
This is not an entry-level position. The role requires approximately 5+ years of relevant experience in luxury fit-out estimating and commercial management in the GCC.
Key responsibilities:
- Part 1 of the role: Estimating Lead
- Lead the pricing of high-end luxury fit-out projects from concept through tender submission
- Review and analyse architectural, interior, and specialist trade drawing packages
- Prepare detailed cost plans, estimates, and bills of quantities
- Establish and maintain regional benchmark rates for materials, labour, and specialist trades
- Engage with subcontractors, suppliers, and trade specialists to obtain accurate pricing
- Manage and review work produced by junior estimators, ensuring consistency and quality
- Identify scope gaps, risks, assumptions, and commercial opportunities
- Support value engineering and cost optimisation while protecting design intent
- Part 2 of the role: Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management
- Manage contracts, budgets, and cash flow for live and future projects
- Prepare and assess valuations, variations, change orders, and final accounts
- Monitor project costs against budgets and report on commercial performance
- Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams on commercial matters
- Conduct site measurements and verifications as required
- Support procurement strategies and subcontractor appointments
- Ensure commercial compliance with contractual and project requirements
Availability / Working hours
- During trial period – part time.
- After trial period full-time role
- Some flexibility in working hours required due to international clients and project demands
- This role requires full commitment and is not suitable alongside other professional engagements
Job Details
| Posted Date: | 2026-01-07 |
| Job Location: | United Arab Emirates – Dubai |
| Job Role: | Engineering |
| Monthly Salary: | US $2,000 |
Preferred Candidate
| Career Level: | Mid Career |
