Assistant Manager - QS

Job description / Role

Key Responsibilities:

1. Measurement & Quantity Estimation:

Conduct site visits to take accurate measurements for new store locations.

Prepare detailed quantity take-offs based on store designs and drawings.

Assess material and labor requirements for each project.

Verify and validate contractor and supplier BOQs against project requirements.

2. Cost Estimation & Budgeting:

Assist in preparing cost estimates and budgets for new store construction and renovation projects.

Monitor project costs and ensure they remain within the allocated budget.

Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards.

3. Procurement & Order Tracking:

Coordinate with procurement teams to track purchase orders, deliveries, and material requirements.

Ensure timely availability of materials by liaising with vendors and suppliers.

Maintain an updated database of material costs and supplier contacts.

4. Project Coordination & Documentation:

Collaborate with architects, designers, and contractors to align project deliverables with cost estimates.

Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports, contracts, and purchase records.

Track and report project progress, highlighting any deviations from planned budgets or schedules.

5. Vendor & Contractor Management:

Review and verify contractor invoices, ensuring alignment with actual site measurements.

Conduct cost negotiations with suppliers and contractors for best pricing.

Assist in tendering processes and contract preparation for project-related services.

Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

4-6 years of experience in quantity surveying, preferably in retail, apparel, or commercial fit-outs.

Strong knowledge of cost estimation, BOQs, and construction materials.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and project management tools.

Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Experience:

Experience in retail store fit-outs and interior construction projects.

Understanding of procurement processes and vendor management.

Familiarity with regional construction regulations and standards.

About the Company

The Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle brand conglomerate residing on the crossroads of a modern economy - Dubai, UAE. The mercurial growth in the last 17 years has been by acquiring a host of world class fashion labels from around the world - Nine West, Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole, Aldo & Tim Hortons just to name a few.

Today the group caters to thousands of eager shoppers through its over 1530 stores, 75 International brands and employing 12,000 multi cultural staff in over 4 continents. Apparel believes in turning dreams in to reality and we give everyone - our customers, our stakeholders, our employees - an equal opportunity to do so.

Apparel group has carved its strong presence not only in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia but opened thriving gateways to market in India, South Africa, Poland, Singapore, Jordan, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. Additionally, clear strategies are in place to enter emerging markets such as Hungary, Pakistan, Egypt and Philippines.