Quantity Surveyor - Civil Infrastructure Projects

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/AD&D insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance

Travel insurance

Retirement savings

Flexible work options

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support commercial management of civil infrastructure projects in Dubai, UAE. You will perform quantity measurement, cost control, and payment certification, ensuring compliance with FIDIC contracts and project requirements.

You will work with engineering, construction, and project management teams on roads, drainage, sewerage, and utilities, preparing BOQs, reviewing drawings, evaluating variations, and assisting final accounts to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in quantity surveying, contract administration, and cost management.
• Experience on infrastructure, utilities, roads, and civil projects.
• Strong experience in BOQ preparation, cost estimation, and payment certification.
• Knowledge of FIDIC Conditions of Contract.

Responsibilities

• Quantity Measurement and BOQ Management: prepare/review BOQs and take-offs, measure quantities for roads, utilities, drainage and related works, verify against drawings.
• Contract Administration and Payment Certification: review interim payments, assess completed works, review monthly statements and MOS submissions.
• Variations, Claims and Contractual Assessments: evaluate variations, rate analyses, claims, and EOT submissions.
• Cost Control and Financial Reporting: monitor budgets, prepare cost reports/forecasts, track cash flow.
• Project Coordination and Commercial Meetings: coordinate with Resident Engineer, Commercial Manager, planning engineers, and site engineers; attend meetings and present cost information.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Contract administration

Cost management

BOQ/Take-offs

Measurement

Cost control

Financial reporting

FIDIC

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

QS software

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Civil Infrastructure Projects Job Snapshot

Role: Quantity Surveyor - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Cost Estimating - Experience: Minimum 10 years in quantity surveying, contract administration, and cost management - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

Work with Us. Change the World. AECOM is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial and contractual management of civil infrastructure projects in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position focuses on quantity measurement, cost control, valuation of construction works, contract administration, variation assessment, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, construction, and project management teams to maintain accurate commercial records and ensure compliance with contractual requirements. The role covers roads, drainage, sewerage, stormwater systems, utilities, and associated civil engineering works. Responsibilities extend from reviewing contract documents and preparing quantity measurements to assessing contractor payments, evaluating claims, monitoring project expenditure, and supporting final account preparation. Candidates should have at least 10 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of FIDIC Conditions of Contract, and practical expertise in infrastructure quantity surveying and commercial management.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Cost Estimating
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Quantity Measurement and BOQ Management

• Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and detailed quantity take-offs.
• Examine contract drawings, technical specifications, and tender documentation.
• Measure quantities for roads, utilities, drainage, sewerage, and associated civil infrastructure works.
• Verify measured quantities against approved construction drawings and project requirements.
• Monitor actual construction quantities against BOQ quantities and identify potential overruns.
• Maintain accurate quantity measurement records throughout project delivery.
• Ensure measurements comply with contractual provisions and applicable technical standards.

Contract Administration and Payment Certification

• Review contractor Interim Payment Applications (IPA) and supporting documentation.
• Verify completed works against recorded site progress and contractual measurement requirements.
• Assess quantities submitted for interim payment certification.
• Review contractor monthly statements and associated commercial records.
• Examine material-on-site (MOS) submissions and verify supporting documents.
• Review subcontractor quantities, invoices, and payment submissions where applicable.
• Coordinate payment assessments with relevant project and commercial personnel.

Variations, Claims and Contractual Assessments

• Evaluate construction variations, change orders, and associated cost implications.
• Review and prepare rate analyses for new or varied work items.
• Assess contractual claims and provide supporting quantity and cost information.
• Assist with the evaluation of Extension of Time (EOT) submissions and related contractual claims.
• Maintain records of approved variations, instructions, and commercial correspondence.
• Apply FIDIC Conditions of Contract and relevant contract administration procedures.
• Support the preparation of final accounts and project closeout documentation.

Cost Control and Financial Reporting

• Monitor contract quantities, project costs, and expenditure against approved budgets.
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts, and financial updates for project management.
• Track project cash flow and identify significant changes in anticipated expenditure.
• Review actual quantities and costs against contractual allowances.
• Identify potential commercial risks, cost overruns, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain accurate cost records and supporting financial documentation.
• Provide timely quantity and cost information to support project decisions.

Project Coordination and Commercial Meetings

• Coordinate with the Resident Engineer, Commercial Manager, Planning Engineer, and Site Engineers.
• Work with project management, engineering, and construction teams to verify completed works.
• Attend project progress and commercial meetings.
• Present quantity measurement updates, payment assessments, and relevant cost information.
• Support the resolution of measurement and contractual issues.
• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders on commercial matters.
• Ensure commercial assessments reflect verified site progress and applicable contract requirements.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor 's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline from a recognized university.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in quantity surveying, contract administration, and cost management.
• Experience working on infrastructure, utilities, roads, and civil engineering projects.
• Strong practical experience in quantity take-offs, BOQ preparation, cost estimation, and payment certification.
• Experience assessing construction variations, contractual claims, Extension of Time submissions, and final accounts.
• Familiarity with infrastructure works involving roads, drainage, sewerage, stormwater systems, utilities, and associated civil construction.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Good knowledge of FIDIC Conditions of Contract and established contract administration practices.
• Strong understanding of construction measurement and valuation procedures.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Knowledge of contractor payment applications, payment certification, and material-on-site assessments.
• Understanding of rate analysis, variation assessment, and contractual claims.
• Ability to monitor construction quantities, project budgets, cash flow, and expenditure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant quantity surveying or commercial management software.
• Ability to maintain accurate measurement, financial, and contractual records.
• Effective coordination and communication skills for working with engineering, construction, and commercial teams.

Position Information

• Employer: AECOM
• Requisition ID: J10161281
• Business Line: Transportation
• Business Group: DCS
• Strategic Business Unit: Middle East and Africa
• Career Area: Construction
• Work Location Model: On-site

Recruitment and Onboarding

AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activity seriously. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Benefits and Professional Development

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and disability insurance.
• Paid time off and leave provisions.
• Employee assistance programs and well-being resources.
• Business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards and employee perks.
• Retirement savings plans and employee stock purchase arrangements.
• Flexible work options where applicable to the position.

Specific benefits and eligibility depend on applicable employment arrangements.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world. The company works with public- and private-sector clients to address complex challenges across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings. Its services span the project lifecycle, including advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management. With more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, AECOM brings together engineers, planners, designers, scientists, digital innovators, and project management specialists to develop innovative, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure solutions. AECOM is a Fortune 500 company that reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The company promotes a collaborative workplace based on respect, professional development, and equal employment opportunity. Applicant information is handled confidentially in accordance with its equal employment opportunity guidelines.