Senior Quantity Surveyor – AECOM – Dubai, UAE
Posted date [2025-11-15]
(ID: 39013)
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Senior Quantity Surveyor – AECOM – Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
This Senior Quantity Surveyor role supports AECOM’s post-contract cost management operations across major projects in Dubai. The position involves leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing high-value developments, and ensuring full compliance with cost, quality, and contract administration requirements through all project stages.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Engineering
Function: Project Management
Salary: 22000–28000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
* Manage post-contract cost management activities across multiple large-scale projects
* Act as primary client representative for mid-scale developments
* Lead and supervise teams of six or more across project stages
* Manage cost control procedures, financial reporting, and contract administration
* Lead assessment and management of claims and variations under FIDIC
* Provide advisory on procurement strategies, phasing, consultant and contractor appointments
* Support feasibility studies and pre-contract estimating with design-to-budget guidance
* Oversee projects with CAPEX values exceeding USD 200 million
* Manage resource allocation across several simultaneous projects
* Conduct benchmarking, data collection, and internal reporting
* Ensure strict compliance with quality control and project delivery procedures
* Mentor junior staff and support graduate development programs
* Monitor and manage direct reports’ performance
* Coordinate project scopes and ensure all roles and responsibilities are clearly defined
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a construction-related field
* Minimum 12 years post-graduate experience, with at least 5 years in the Middle East
* Chartered RICS Member (MRICS)
* Proven experience managing landmark commercial, hospitality, and high-end residential projects
* Strong background in FIDIC contract administration and claims management
* Ability to lead cost teams and manage several projects concurrently
* Strong analytical, reporting, and communication capabilities
Skills Set
* Post-contract cost management
* High-value project administration
* FIDIC claims and variation assessment
* Cost planning, feasibility and benchmarking
* Resource planning and leadership
* Procurement and contract advisory
* Client management and communication
* Team mentoring and performance management
Why Join Us
* Lead major landmark projects across the UAE
* Work within a world-class consultancy offering strong career growth
* Gain exposure to diverse asset classes and high-value developments
* Be part of AECOM’s global cost management community with structured development paths
About the Company
AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy based in Dubai, delivering innovative and sustainable project solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. With global expertise and a strong local presence, AECOM helps clients shape resilient and high-performing developments across the GCC.
Position Overview
This Senior Quantity Surveyor role supports AECOM’s post-contract cost management operations across major projects in Dubai. The position involves leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing high-value developments, and ensuring full compliance with cost, quality, and contract administration requirements through all project stages.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Engineering
Function: Project Management
Salary: 22000–28000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
* Manage post-contract cost management activities across multiple large-scale projects
* Act as primary client representative for mid-scale developments
* Lead and supervise teams of six or more across project stages
* Manage cost control procedures, financial reporting, and contract administration
* Lead assessment and management of claims and variations under FIDIC
* Provide advisory on procurement strategies, phasing, consultant and contractor appointments
* Support feasibility studies and pre-contract estimating with design-to-budget guidance
* Oversee projects with CAPEX values exceeding USD 200 million
* Manage resource allocation across several simultaneous projects
* Conduct benchmarking, data collection, and internal reporting
* Ensure strict compliance with quality control and project delivery procedures
* Mentor junior staff and support graduate development programs
* Monitor and manage direct reports’ performance
* Coordinate project scopes and ensure all roles and responsibilities are clearly defined
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a construction-related field
* Minimum 12 years post-graduate experience, with at least 5 years in the Middle East
* Chartered RICS Member (MRICS)
* Proven experience managing landmark commercial, hospitality, and high-end residential projects
* Strong background in FIDIC contract administration and claims management
* Ability to lead cost teams and manage several projects concurrently
* Strong analytical, reporting, and communication capabilities
Skills Set
* Post-contract cost management
* High-value project administration
* FIDIC claims and variation assessment
* Cost planning, feasibility and benchmarking
* Resource planning and leadership
* Procurement and contract advisory
* Client management and communication
* Team mentoring and performance management
Why Join Us
* Lead major landmark projects across the UAE
* Work within a world-class consultancy offering strong career growth
* Gain exposure to diverse asset classes and high-value developments
* Be part of AECOM’s global cost management community with structured development paths
About the Company
AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy based in Dubai, delivering innovative and sustainable project solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. With global expertise and a strong local presence, AECOM helps clients shape resilient and high-performing developments across the GCC.
