SCHEDULE OF RATES FOR GCC CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS FOR INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCITON PROFESSIONALS

Course Description

SCHEDULE OF RATES FOR GCC CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS FOR INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALSLanguage: EnglishInstructor: BHADANIS International Quantity Surveying Training InstituteFee: ₹25,500 → ₹18,500 (27.45% OFF)Cashback: 4 BHADANIS Institute Coins

Why this course?

Construction in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region—covering Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait—is unlike anywhere else in the world. Costs fluctuate depending on city, climate, labor availability, material sourcing, and even cultural factors. For a quantity surveyor or project manager, understanding Schedule of Rates (SOR) in the GCC is not just about reading rate books; it’s about learning how to calibrate costs, adjust for location, and deliver realistic budgets that work in practice.

Many international professionals arrive in the Gulf and struggle with local rates because they apply assumptions from their home countries without considering regional adjustments. For example, excavation in Muscat costs differently compared to Riyadh because of rock conditions. Concrete curing costs in Dubai differ from Jeddah due to climate and humidity. Even something as simple as waterproofing is costed differently in Qatar compared to Bahrain due to rainfall patterns and coastline effects.

This course from BHADANIS International Quantity Surveying Training Institute is designed to close that gap. It gives you practical, market-driven training in how to prepare, use, and adapt Schedule of Rates for construction projects across the GCC.

What You’ll Learn

By enrolling, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to:

• Calibrate costs for different GCC cities using both international benchmarks and local adjustment factors.

• Understand the impact of import duties, VAT, inflation, and regional taxes on project budgets.

• Apply global and regional cost models to real GCC project types like high-rise towers, villas, metro stations, power plants, and industrial facilities.

• Implement best practices for key trades: preliminaries, site works, concrete, masonry, structural steel, carpentry, waterproofing, finishes, equipment, and MEP.

• Adapt materials and systems for the GCC climate—handling extreme heat, sandstorms, coastal corrosion, and high humidity.

• Specify and cost advanced building systems such as pre-engineered buildings (PEB), smart building automation, and high-security surveillance systems at GCC market rates.

• Integrate energy-efficient solutions, sustainable materials, and process equipment in line with modern Gulf project requirements.

• Ensure compliance with regional codes, seismic requirements, and sustainability standards.

By the end of the course, you will be equipped to prepare accurate BOQs, defend your estimates against scrutiny, and manage costs effectively in one of the world’s most competitive and fast-growing construction markets.

Course Structure

The program is divided into 18 core modules and 6 country-specific rate sessions, covering every division of construction. Each module combines theory, regional insights, and practical case applications.

Module Highlights

1. Introduction, Calibration, and Location FactorsLearn the purpose of SOR in GCC, unit conversions (imperial ↔ metric), taxes, VAT, and inflation indexes. Understand how calibration factors help you adjust costs across Riyadh, Dubai, Muscat, Doha, Manama, and Kuwait City.

2. Cost Models and BenchmarksExplore how to apply and analyze cost models for GCC-specific project types. Learn how international benchmarks are localized for metro projects, desalination plants, and mega housing developments.

3. General Requirements and PreliminariesCovers insurance, permits, temporary facilities, utilities, and equipment rental practices unique to GCC. Learn rules of thumb that every estimator in the Gulf must know.

4. Site ConstructionIncludes demolition, excavation, piling, marine works, and utilities. Discuss cost variations due to soil types in Oman, reclamation works in Bahrain, and piling in Dubai.

5. Concrete WorkLearn mix designs suitable for Gulf heat, formwork practices, reinforcement details, precast usage, and curing methods adapted for desert climates.

6. Masonry and BrickworkFocus on regional masonry standards, block types used in Gulf housing, and refractory applications in industrial projects.

7. Metals and Structural SteelCovers fabrication, erection, decking, corrosion protection, and seismic compliance. Discuss sourcing steel from regional suppliers like Qatar Steel vs imports.

8. Wood, Plastics, and FramingExplore carpentry, joinery, plastic piping, framing methods, and sustainable material selection that fits GCC codes.

9. Thermal and Moisture ProtectionCovers waterproofing, roofing systems, caulking, insulation, and how sandstorms and humidity impact cost selection.

10. Doors and WindowsLearn how to specify and cost aluminum frames, curtain walls, glass, and hardware for Gulf high-rises.

11. FinishesPlaster, gypsum, tile works, flooring, wall coatings, and acoustic systems. Understand why marble finishes are cost-sensitive in GCC.

12. SpecialtiesItems like louvers, partitions, guards, signage, and cubicles that are often underestimated in GCC tenders.

13. EquipmentMaintenance, docks, lab facilities, handling equipment, and integration with industrial projects.

14. FurnishingsProcurement, manufactured casework, and installation standards for commercial and residential projects.

15. Special ConstructionPre-engineered buildings, tanks, radiation protection, and surveillance systems—all growing segments in Gulf markets.

16. Conveying SystemsElevators, escalators, cranes, and hoists. Includes case of high-rise towers in Dubai and Riyadh metro stations.

17. Mechanical SystemsPiping, plumbing, process piping, HVAC, and fire protection. Learn GCC best practices for chilled water systems, fire sprinklers, and energy efficiency.

18. Electrical, Instrumentation, and Process EquipmentCovers power distribution, cabling, smart controls, and process plant integration. Understand how rates vary between oil & gas and building projects.

Building Material Rates by Country

• Saudi Arabia – Cement, steel, aggregates, waterproofing, HVAC equipment.

• UAE – Aluminium, glass, precast, labor rates, advanced finishes.

• Oman – Masonry blocks, reinforcement, excavation costs, waterproofing.

• Qatar – Structural steel, HVAC, smart controls, luxury finishes.

• Bahrain – Concrete, piling, scaffolding, gypsum boards.

• Kuwait – Plumbing, fire protection, tiles, glass, security systems.

Each country session provides a snapshot of current rates, sourcing challenges, and adjustment techniques so you can confidently bid and deliver projects anywhere in the GCC.

Who Should Enroll?

This course is ideal for:

• Quantity Surveyors (pre-contract & post-contract)

• Civil Engineers & Site Engineers

• Project Managers & Cost Engineers

• Consultants, Contractors, and Estimators working across GCC countries

Whether you are preparing BOQs, tenders, or cost control reports, this program gives you the ground-level understanding of rates that can make or break a project.

Course Benefits

✅ 84 Sessions | 24 Modules | 4 hr 23 min of practical learning.✅ Learn how to estimate and benchmark costs across GCC markets.✅ Get country-specific material rate insights.✅ Build expertise in handling GCC climate and regulatory challenges.✅ Ensure competitive bids and profitable delivery.

Final Note from BHADANIS

At BHADANIS International Quantity Surveying Training Institute, we believe that mastering the Schedule of Rates is the first step to becoming a successful cost professional in the Gulf. This course is not theory-heavy—it is designed for real-world application. The knowledge you gain here can be applied directly to your projects, tenders, and client discussions.

By the time you finish, you won’t just know the rates—you’ll know why they differ, how to adjust them, and how to defend your estimates in front of clients and contractors.

👉 Suggested Course:If you are working in GCC or planning to expand your career internationally, the BHADANIS “Schedule of Rates for GCC Construction Projects for International Construction Professionals” is your direct path to success.