Description

Job Description

• Liaise and work closely with in-house Architects, Project Managers, and external contractors for retail store projects.
• Responsible for CAPEX preparation, BOQ development, tendering, procurement support, cost control, and bill finalisation.
• Ensure all commercial aspects of projects are managed accurately from design stage through project closure.
• Support retail projects across New Stores, Renovations, Refreshes, Relocations, and Façade works.
• Report day-to-day cost and commercial progress to the Senior QS / Project Lead.
• Review manpower deployment and daily activities of contractors from a commercial perspective.
• Conduct QA/QC checks related to quantities, specifications, and scope compliance, and follow up on deviations.
• Carry out joint site measurements with Architect / PM / Contractor for verification of running and final bills.
• Assist in preparation of progress reports, including cost status and variance notes.
• Prepare detailed BOQs covering Civil, Architectural Finishes, Signage, Fixtures, and Fit-out works.
• Prepare and compile tender documents, including drawings, BOQs, specifications, and conditions of contract.
• Float tender enquiries, receive quotations, and prepare comparison statements with clear recommendations.
• Assist Project Managers in technical, progress, and commercial meetings with consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure all commercial and contractual correspondence (incoming and outgoing) is properly filed and documented.
• Prepare CAPEX summaries, LPOs, and approvals for awarded packages.
• Monitor and manage variations and CRFs, validating cost impact and justification before approval.
• Track planned vs actual CAPEX, highlighting savings or overruns with reasons.
• Support rate contract implementation and ensure correct application across projects.
• Assist in project close-out, including final accounts, reconciliations, and documentation.
• Read a drawings and create the BOQ.
• Work on the project document management., capex analysis and cost control.
• Cost analysis and open costing analysis.
• Material knowledge and market price knowledge of GCC.
• Process adherence follow up and tracker maintenance for project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Strong understanding of retail construction, fit-out, and MEP scopes
• High accuracy in quantity take-offs and cost validation
• Strong analytical and commercial judgement
• Excellent coordination and stakeholder communication skills
• Well-organised with strong documentation discipline
• Proficient in Excel, BOQ tools, and reporting formats
• Ability to work under tight timelines with multiple concurrent projects
• Ability to communicate logically and clearly with management and staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years' experience in Retail Fit-out / Store Projects
• Strong exposure to fast-track retail projects and multi-store rollouts
• Hands-on experience in BOQ preparation, tendering, cost control, and billing
• Experience coordinating with Finance, Design, and Project teams

About Us

Our journey started in 1973 with a single store in Bahrain. Since then, we have grown into a global retail and hospitality group. The proud creator of 25 plus value led, own-built brands across retail, hospitality, food, and leisure.

Over the years, our UAE - based group has evolved into a comprehensive retail and hospitality entity, with over 2200 retail stores, leisure, and hospitality outlets, panning the GCC, Middle East, India, Southeast Asia, and Africa. Today, Landmark Group is one of GCC's largest omnichannel retailers and India's top home and fashion retailer.

We take immense pride in the organic growth of our retail brands, which have blossomed into household names. From Max, Splash, Babyshop, Centrepoint, Shoemart, Homecentre, Emax, Fitness First, to Funcity, to name a few, our brands span across a multitude of categories, enriching the lives of countless families over the past decade.

About the Team

Max Fashion is a prominent retail brand based in Dubai, is part of the Landmark Group, a renowned retail conglomerate in the Middle East.

Launched in 2004 in the UAE, Max caters to both the value conscious and fashion savvy consumers - offering clothing and accessories for women, men and children along with footwear, accessories, toys and home décor.

The brand offers an inspiring and shopper friendly experience for its consumers every day. The range of clothing and accessories are designed in-house and marketed to a very widespread demographic across the Middle East and GCC. Max also offers an Omni-Channel proposition for the customers through stores and online shopping platform.

Max Fashion is well-regarded for its blend of style, value, and convenience, making it a popular choice for fashion-conscious shoppers in Dubai and beyond. It has also made a strong presence in India and South East Asia. Our team is passionate about empowering creativity and fostering innovation. We believe in nurturing a dynamic and inclusive work environment that encourages continuous learning and values diverse perspectives, thereby achieving collective success.

With a commitment to Landmark Group values, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on our customers, employees, and the community at large.