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About Us The Shaw Group is a global leader offering over 1.9 million square feet of fabrication and manufacturing capacity worldwide.
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About Us
The Shaw Group is a global leader offering over 1.9 million square feet of fabrication and manufacturing capacity worldwide.
Specializing in premier project delivery services, the company provides module fabrication, including engineering, design, and procurement, as well as pipe fabrication and pipe bending services.
Serving a diverse range of industries and industrial clients, The Shaw Group is committed to excellence in every project.
Our team delivers innovative solutions that meet the specific needs of our global clients.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Abu Dhabi for a
Quantity Surveyor in piping fabrication industry
.
The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for managing all costs, quantity, and contractual aspects related to piping fabrication and installation works.
This includes estimating, material take‑offs, cost control, subcontract management, invoicing, and ensuring compliance with project specifications and contractual requirements.
The QS works closely with engineering, procurement, planning, and site teams to ensure accurate cost tracking and timely commercial reporting.
Estimation & Costing
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for piping fabrication and installation work.
- Review IFC drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, and material specifications to prepare BOQs.
- Conduct material take‑offs (MTO) for pipes, fittings, valves, supports, and accessories.
- Analyze fabrication man-hours, welding inch‑diameters, and erection tonnage.
- Support tendering activities and prepare cost breakdown structures.
Quantity Measurement & Verification
- Verify quantities based on approved drawings, site measurements, and fabrication shop outputs.
- Track welding progress, spool fabrication, hydrotest packages, and erection quantities.
- Maintain updated quantity logs and progress measurement sheets.
- Coordinate with engineering and site teams for quantity validation.
Contract & Commercial Management
- Review contract terms, scope of work, and commercial conditions.
- Prepare and submit monthly valuations, progress invoices, and supporting documents.
- Identify variations, prepare variation claims, and maintain change order logs.
- Support negotiation of subcontractor agreements and evaluate subcontractor invoices.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project procedures.
Cost Control & Reporting
- Monitor project costs, productivity, and budget performance.
- Prepare cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and cost-to-complete assessments.
- Track fabrication shop productivity (welders, fitters, fabricators).
- Highlight cost deviations and recommend corrective actions.
Documentation & Coordination
- Maintain all commercial documentation including MTOs, BOQs, invoices, and claims.
- Coordinate with procurement for material pricing and vendor quotations.
- Liaise with planning for progress updates and earned value calculations.
- Support project close-out, final accounts, and reconciliation of quantities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Proficiency in quantity measurement and cost analysis.
- Excellent understanding of contractual terms and commercial procedures.
Experience
- 3–7 years of experience in piping fabrication or oil & gas EPC projects.
- Experience with fabrication shops, welding inch‑dia calculations, and hydrotest packages.
- Knowledge of industry standards (ASME, ASTM, API) is an advantage.
Why Join Us
- Regional leadership role with real strategic and financial ownership.
- Opportunity to shape how projects are delivered across MENA.
- High-impact position working with senior leadership and major clients.
- Platform to build long-term, profitable, repeat business across the region.
Eeo & Inclusion
We are an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
If you need accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
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