Middle East College is pleased to host a national-level specialist workshop entitled ‘Industry-Led Quantity Take-Off & Bills of Quantities (BOQ)’ on Thursday, 21 May 2026, Led by a distinguished panel of industry experts, this workshop is designed for students of the Quantity Surveying and Construction Management programme and graduates throughout the Sultanate of Oman. <\/p>\n
The workshop aims to provide students with direct, practical exposure to real-world practices within the construction and built environment sector. Through expert-led sessions, participants will engage with specialised topics encompassing quantity take-off techniques, the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ) in accordance with industry standards, and construction contract fundamentals. By bridging the gap between academic learning and industry requirements, the workshop enhances students’ technical competencies, deepens their understanding of professional procedures, and exposes them to contemporary trends within the construction sector. <\/p>\n
Through this specialised training, students will develop essential employability skills including problem-solving, analytical thinking, and professional communication, thereby enhancing their confidence and readiness for internship placements and career advancement. The workshop thus contributes to the development of industry-ready graduates equipped to make meaningful contributions to Oman’s expanding construction sector. <\/p>\n
Workshop Objectives: <\/p>\n
Practical Knowledge of Quantity Take-Off: Equipping students with practical knowledge of quantity take-off and measurement techniques employed in real construction projects. <\/p>\n
BOQ Preparation Skills: Developing competency in the preparation of Bills of Quantities in accordance with industry standards. <\/p>\n
Construction Contract Fundamentals: Introducing students to the essential principles of construction contracts, including key contractual terms, stakeholder responsibilities, and required documentation. <\/p>\n
Bridging Academia and Industry: Narrowing the divide between academic learning and industry practice through expert-led instruction and exposure to current industry developments. <\/p>\n
Enhancing Professional Competence: Strengthening students’ technical competence, cognitive skills, employability attributes, and career awareness within the construction industry. <\/p>\n
Resource Persons: <\/p>\n
Mr. Wasantha Premalal, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Ministry of Heritage and Tourism <\/p>\n
Mr. Ahmed Hussain Albulushi, Quantity Surveyor, Muscat Municipality <\/p>\n
Mr. Thusitha Jayasooriya, Contracts Manager, Serka Intecs Joint Venture <\/p>\n
Mr. Alistair Stock, Team Leader, Currie & Brown Oman <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"