Associate Director, Strategic Cost Masterplanning

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 357,120 - 535,680; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking an Associate Director - Cost Management in Dubai to shape cost strategy for infrastructure-led developments. You will lead cost planning, provide commercial governance, and oversee project teams.

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of development economics, strong leadership experience in similar projects, and 12-15 years in the field. AECOM offers opportunities for professional growth and impactful work.

Qualifications

• Typically 12-15+ years of experience delivering major infrastructure, mixed-use, or complex developments.
• Demonstrated leadership on large-scale, mixed-use, and masterplanning projects.
• Ability to engage confidently with senior clients, designers, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost planning and commercial strategy for large-scale masterplanning.
• Provide strategic cost advice at program and portfolio level.
• Ensure alignment between design intent, development strategy, and cost outcomes.

Skills

Masterplanning and infrastructure cost planning

Early-stage cost modelling and feasibility analysis

Commercial strategy and governance

Benchmarking and cost-led optimization

Risk management and value engineering

Resource planning and team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS accreditation

Job description

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking an Associate Director - Cost Management in Dubai to shape cost strategy for infrastructure-led developments. You will lead cost planning, provide commercial governance, and oversee project teams.

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of development economics, strong leadership experience in similar projects, and 12-15 years in the field. AECOM offers opportunities for professional growth and impactful work.