Project Surveyor

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Leaves of absences

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Service recognition awards

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM in Dubai, UAE is seeking a detail-oriented Project Surveyor to manage quantity surveying activities for building projects, ensuring accurate cost estimation, budget control, and thorough documentation. You will work with project teams to deliver precise measurements, cost analyses, and reports that support project success and client satisfaction.

You will conduct takeoffs from drawings, prepare Bills of Quantities, analyze costs, monitor budgets, and maintain detailed documentation.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of professional experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the buildings sector.
• Strong expertise in quantity surveying, cost estimation, and budget analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Responsibilities

• Conduct measurements and quantity takeoffs from drawings for building projects.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and bills of quantities for construction projects.
• Analyze project costs and develop comprehensive cost reports and forecasts.
• Monitor project budgets and identify cost variances with recommendations for cost control.
• Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation including specifications, schedules, and cost breakdowns.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and contractors to ensure accurate information and timely delivery.
• Review contracts and tender documents to identify cost implications and risks.
• Utilize quantity surveying software and tools to support analysis and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with UAE construction standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Provide professional advice on cost-related matters to stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of variation orders and change orders.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost estimation

Budget analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Quantity surveying software

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH
• Business Line: PCC
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: AE - Dubai, UAE - UBora Tower - Site

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Project Surveyor to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will be responsible for managing quantity surveying activities for building projects, ensuring accurate cost estimation, budget control, and comprehensive project documentation. You will work closely with project teams to deliver precise measurements, cost analyses, and reports that support project success and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed measurements and quantity takeoffs from architectural and engineering drawings for building projects
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and bills of quantities for construction projects
• Analyze project costs and develop comprehensive cost reports and forecasts
• Monitor project budgets and identify cost variances, providing recommendations for cost control
• Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation, including specifications, schedules, and cost breakdowns
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and contractors to ensure accurate project information and timely delivery
• Review contracts and tender documents to identify cost implications and risks
• Utilize quantity surveying software and tools to support analysis and reporting
• Ensure compliance with UAE construction standards, regulations, and industry best practices
• Provide professional advice on cost-related matters to project stakeholders
• Support the preparation of variation orders and change order documentation

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of professional experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the buildings sector
• Strong expertise in quantity surveying, cost estimation, and budget analysis
• Bachelors degree in Quantity Surveying

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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 options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• 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 and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll 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.