Project Surveyor (Pre and Post-Contract)

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Project Surveyor to join its Cost Consulting team in the UAE. This role blends pre-contract cost consultancy with post-contract project support across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, requiring flexibility to work at multiple sites.

You will manage your workload, deliver to timescales, and collaborate with clients, design teams and contractors to ensure sound commercial outcomes. Ideal candidate has 8+ years in quantity surveying or cost consultancy, a degree in QS or engineering,

Qualifications

• 8+ years in quantity surveying or cost consultancy.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Engineering.
• Experience in pre-contract cost control and post-contract commercial support.
• Knowledge of FIDIC, CESMM, POMI and NRM.
• Strong client, design team and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Contract: Assist with client engagement and prepare cost estimates/cost plans.
• Pre-Contract: Develop tender docs and manage tender processes.
• Pre-Contract: Review scopes of work and value engineering.
• Post-Contract: Prepare monthly cost reports and cash flows.
• Post-Contract: Value variations, settlements and final accounts.
• Post-Contract: Coordinate with Contract Admin, Design and Construction teams.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost consultancy

Pre-contract experience

Contract administration

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Engineering degree

RICS membership preferred

Tools

FIDIC knowledge

CESMM

NRM

POMI

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Project Surveyor to join its Cost Consulting team in the UAE. This is a varied role combining pre-contract cost consulting and post-contract project support. The role will provide pre-contract cost consulting services based in Dubai South and post-contract support across projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, assisting project teams as required, including during periods of staff absence. This will require flexibility to work across multiple project locations. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a wide range of projects, asset types, procurement routes and major UAE clients. The role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious quantity surveyor to develop their technical and commercial skills across the full project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will be expected to manage and coordinate their own workload, deliver work to agreed timescales and work effectively with clients, design teams, contractors and colleagues across AECOM. They should be capable of working independently with limited supervision, demonstrating strong technical, commercial and communication skills whilst maintaining the professional standards expected of AECOM.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Pre-Contract

• Assist with client engagement across a portfolio of projects.
• Prepare cost estimates and cost plans from conceptual sketches, descriptive narratives, drawings and specifications, making appropriate technical assumptions where necessary.
• Support the preparation and development of tender and procurement documentation.
• Contribute to the management of tender processes, including tender analysis, review and reconciliation.
• Review and compare scopes of work, production rates and cost data.
• Participate in and evaluate value engineering and cost optimisation solutions.
• Support project cost control and provide clear commercial advice throughout the design and procurement stages.
• Ensure all deliverables comply with the AECOM Project Delivery System and applicable quality requirements.

Post-Contract

As part of the role, the successful candidate will provide post-contract support across projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, assisting project teams as required, including during periods of staff absence. Responsibilities may include:

• Preparing financial updates and monthly cost reports.
• Assessing and valuing progress payments.
• Preparing and reviewing cash flows and earned value reports.
• Estimating and evaluating variations and change orders.
• Liaising with Contract Administrators, Design Teams and Construction Teams in relation to commercial and contractual matters.
• Assisting with the evaluation of claims.
• Supporting the negotiation and settlement of variations and final accounts.
• Maintaining effective commercial records and ensuring continuity of project support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' relevant quantity surveying or cost consulting experience.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable pre-contract experience within a cost consultancy environment.
• A sound working knowledge of recognised forms of contract, including FIDIC.
• Experience with industry-standard methods of measurement, including CESMM, POMI and NRM.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• A valid UAE driving licence is highly desirable, given the requirement to provide support across projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
• RICS membership, or progress towards membership, is preferred.

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
• 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.