Associate Director - Cost Management

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure leader in Dubai is seeking an Associate Director responsible for driving growth and ensuring high-quality client services. This role requires a minimum of 15 years of experience, particularly in the GCC, with familiarity in cost planning software. The successful candidate will lead project teams, establish strong client relationships, and contribute to the strategic direction of the organization. This position offers full-time employment with a focus on professional development and high standards of service delivery.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Experience of working in GCC.
• Independently performs highly complex professional assignments.
• Committed to maintaining high standards and accuracy of work.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direct reports support.
• Contribute to strategic direction and financial performance.
• Ensure all deliverables comply with Quality Control requirements.

Skills

Familiar with Cost X software or other cost planning software

Good verbal and written communication skills

Able to present to Clients and senior industry professionals

Education

Minimum 15 years experience since obtaining maximum educational qualification

Job description

The Associate Director will provide leadership and be responsible for work winning and delivery of services in a primary responsibility liaising with the other regional directors as necessary.

The Associate Director will provide a comprehensive accurate and value driven service for Clients. He/ She will also be responsible for direct reports and provide support and supervision. Will be Client focused and lead project teams and/or provide advisory services.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists in developing new and existing clients of regional and EMEA wide significance.
• Contributes and influences AECOM wide strategic direction and communicates and creates buy-in to the strategy across the business.
• Assists in establishing the strategic focus areas for the end market sectors.
• Assists in establishing the financial plan for the regional business.
• Accountable for the financial performance of a portion.
• Leads a culture of talent management within the business including identifying and developing key talent.
• Improves business results and efficiency through considered and timely decisions and actions.
• Anticipates future trends and adapts the business to maximize profitability.
• Applies new thinking and innovation that shapes the businesses service offering at the highest level.
• Drives growth in order to improve profitability.
• Builds strong backlog/pipeline of future work.
• Ensures all deliverables comply with the Quality Control requirements
• Complies with all QA requirements
• Interprets Benchmark data and presents to Clients
• Presents project deliverables to Clients
• Leading and delivery of all aspects of quantity surveying from inception of a project through to completion.
• Achieve the highest standards of professional competence and to demonstrate this ability in all dealings with clients and professional contacts reinforcing the profile of the company.
• To maintain and develop good relationships with clients take every opportunity to uphold and increase the profile of the firm as a provider of professional premium quality services to the construction industry.

Specific skills required

• Familiar with Cost X software or other cost planning software
• Good understanding of preparing cost plans to elemental detail
• Through understanding of Conditions of Contract and contractual issues
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to provide specialist services in support of project requirements
• Independently performs highly complex professional assignments
• Able to present to Clients and senior industry professionals

Person Specification (Personality Attributes)

• A qualified professional who can manage and coordinate specialist activity of a moderately sized team
• Must be pro-active and adaptable
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Committed to maintaining a high standards and accuracy of work
• Attention to detail
• Safeguard - To operate ethically and with integrity while prioritising safety and security in all that you do
• Be decisive - Know how to prioritize advocate focus and accountability
• Be impactful - Use clear and frequent communications drive execution and results.
• Be client-focused - Be collaborative innovative and strategic.
• Be the role model - Lead by example demand excellence maintain safety and integrity as top priorities.

Qualifications :

• Minimum 15 years experience since obtaining maximum educational qualification.
• Experience of working in GCC

Additional Information :

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work optionswell-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time