ABOUT US

NWS International has established itself as a specialist Quantity Surveying consultancy that delivers clear, defensible and commercially robust advice at every stage of the construction process. Providing specialist support across the key construction sectors including healthcare, residential, mixed-use, commercial, industrial, hospitality, retail, master planning, rail, aviation and infrastructure.

Since 2006 the firm has built a solid reputation in its field, established long term partnerships with key clients and a significant amount of our work comes from repeat business and referrals. The below provides more insight to our firm and its history.

Our Focus

A fundamental core principle of NWS International is that we remaining focused on our competence as quantity surveyors and do not deviate from our field of expertise

This clarity of purpose and industry focus ensures we deliever undiluted and rigourous

  • Specialist cost and commercial advice
  • Robust procurement and contract support
  • Strong post-contract cost control
  • Clear, evidence-based quantum advice

Our Focus

A fundamental core principle of NWS International is that we remaining focused on our competence as quantity surveyors and do not deviate from our field of expertise

This clarity of purpose and industry focus ensures we deliever undiluted and rigourous

  • Specialist cost and commercial advice
  • Robust procurement and contract support
  • Strong post-contract cost control
  • Clear, evidence-based quantum advice

Our Journey

Our Journey

Our journey began in 2006 and since then the firm has establised itself as trusted partner for many clients and projects in the region. Below are some of of notable achievements since commencing operations in 2006

2006

FORMATION AND FIRST MAJOR PROJECT IN DUBAI

NWS International obtains its Dubai, UAE licence and is entrusted with its first landmark project, to prepare the Bill of Quantities and conducting tender comparisons for the iconic Al Fattan Currency House in DIFC.

2006

2007

REGIONAL GROWTH AND ESTABLISHED RELATIONSHIPS

Building on its early successes, the firm secured further significant projects, including its first project outside the UAE. During this period, the firm undertook its first project with Majid Al Futaim Retail establishing its retail experience, and a long standing relationship that continues today.

2007

2008

FIRST MAJOR COST SUPERVISION AWARD

The firm celebrates a new milestone, being awarded the construction cost management services for Cultural Village, Jaddaf Dubai, reinforcing its reputation for excellence in delivering commercial project oversight.

2008

2010

A YEAR OF RESILIENCE & NEW PARTNERSHIPS

During a challenging year for the industry the firm established relationships helped to  navigate this period and it was at the same time that the firm undertook it first project for Mediclinic Middle East and developed the start of the firms significant healthcare expertise.

2010

2016

A DECADE OF LEADERSHIP

Bryan Scatterty completes 10 years with NWS International as Director, celebrating his role in establishing the Dubai office in 2006 and shaping the company’s growth in the region.

2016

2018

SUCCESSFUL DELIVERY OF MEDICLINIC PARKVIEW

Having supported the project from concept design to the final account this flagship project was delivered both on time showcasing the firms commercial services and healthcare experience.

2018

2019

COMPLETION OF MAJOR LOGISTICS PROJECT

In this year the firm successfully provided commercial support from concept to the final account for the Carrefour Logistics Distribution Centre in Dubai, reinforcing its expertise in large-scale commercial projects.

2019

2020

NEW LEADERSHIP & FOCUS

Gerard Barron joins the firm as Managing Director, bringing extensive experience and expertise as a quantity surveyor. Navigating the changing landscape, maintaining a clear focus and being adaptable help the firm to navigate the pandemic.   

2020

2023

POST PANDEMIC GROWTH

In 2022 to 2023 the region began to develop and saw significant growth in several countries. With its established team and its focus as a dedicated quantity surveying firm there were significant new awards and expansion for the business including The Point Mixed Use Abha KSA and Mamsha Palm Residential Abu Dhabi UAE. 

2023

2026

20 YEARS OF REGIONAL EXCELLENCE

NWS International celebrates its 20 year aniversary in the region, with the sucessful commercial delivery of over 600 projects, established trusted client partnerships and individual staff achievments and milestones.

2026

Our People

Our team is made up exclusively of experienced Quantity Surveyors. Our people combine technical expertise, commercial judgement and practical project delivery experience, ensuring every instruction is approached with clarity, rigour and accountability. We foster a culture built on professionalism, integrity and collaboration, where clear thinking and defensible advice define the standard of our work.

Key attributes of our team include:

  • Strong technical grounding in cost management, contracts and commercial control
  • Broad experience across multiple sectors and procurement routes
  • Practical, hands-on involvement in live project delivery
  • Clear communication and structured, auditable reporting
  • Professional integrity and accountability to clients
  • Collaborative working with project teams