Quantity Surveyor - Construction Cost Management

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Al Ain; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for on-site work in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on construction cost management, budgets, forecasts and payments across project lifecycles.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in post-contract cost control, valuation reviews and financial reporting, with strong collaboration across project teams and stakeholders. On-site, full-time opportunity with global exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Professional registration with a recognized body (e.g., RICS) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in cost control, cost management and financial analysis within construction or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor project expenditures on behalf of the contracting entity.
• Review contractor payment applications against contractual requirements.
• Prepare and review monthly cash flow forecasts.
• Assess financial implications of variations and change orders.
• Maintain cost management records and provide reliable financial reporting.
• Coordinate with project teams, consultants and suppliers on commercial matters.
• Support final accounts and close-out activities with accurate cost data.

Skills

Cost control

Cost management

Financial analysis

Cash flow forecasting

Contract administration

Post-contract valuations

Financial reporting

Procurement costs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or related field

Tools

Cost planning software

Digital measurement tools

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Construction Cost Management Job Snapshot - Role: Quantity Surveyor - Location: Al Ain, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Cost Estimating - Experience: Proven experience in construction or infrastructure cost management; minimum years not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Overview AECOM is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support construction cost management and commercial control activities in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will manage project expenditures, monitor construction budgets, review contractor valuations and maintain accurate financial forecasts throughout the project lifecycle. The role involves ensuring that payments and cost assessments comply with contractual provisions, schedules of rates, bills of quantities and relevant project requirements. Working with project teams, contractors, cost consultants, suppliers and other stakeholders, the Quantity Surveyor will provide specialist advice on variations, claims, procurement costs and financial risks. The position requires strong expertise in post-contract quantity surveying, construction cost control, cash flow forecasting, contract administration and financial reporting.

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

Key Responsibilities

Construction Cost Management

• Manage and monitor project expenditures on behalf of the contracting entity.
• Ensure construction payments comply with applicable contractual reimbursement principles.
• Review cost assessments against approved schedules of rates and bills of quantities.
• Monitor material tracking information relevant to project expenditure.
• Develop and maintain cost management procedures aligned with contractual requirements.
• Support effective control of construction budgets and financial commitments.
• Identify cost variances and communicate their implications to project stakeholders.
• Promote transparent and accurate cost management throughout project delivery.

Cost Forecasting and Budget Control

• Monitor anticipated final project costs and prepare updated financial forecasts.
• Review and approve cost forecasts within assigned responsibilities.
• Evaluate projected expenditures against approved budgets.
• Prepare and review monthly cash flow forecasts.
• Identify potential budget overruns and recommend appropriate cost control measures.
• Monitor financial trends affecting project cost performance.
• Provide reliable cost information to support project management decisions.
• Maintain accurate financial assessments throughout the construction lifecycle.

Post-Contract Valuations and Payments

• Review and approve monthly post-contract valuations.
• Assess contractor payment applications against contractual requirements.
• Review measured quantities, schedules of rates and relevant supporting documentation.
• Evaluate cost reports and payment-related financial information.
• Verify that valuations reflect applicable contract provisions.
• Coordinate with relevant project personnel to resolve valuation discrepancies.
• Support accurate and timely assessment of construction expenditures.
• Maintain appropriate records of payment evaluations and cost assessments.

Variations and Contract Amendments

• Manage and review construction variations and contract amendments.
• Assess the financial implications of proposed changes to project scope.
• Review variation orders and supporting cost information.
• Evaluate cost variances arising during project execution.
• Apply relevant contractual provisions when assessing changes.
• Coordinate with project teams regarding variation documentation.
• Monitor the effects of approved changes on project budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain accurate records of variation assessments and associated financial adjustments.

Final Accounts and Commercial Close-Out

• Review and approve final accounts for assigned work packages.
• Verify relevant financial information and supporting documentation.
• Assess outstanding variations and contractual cost adjustments.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders regarding final account matters.
• Support resolution of outstanding commercial and valuation issues.
• Maintain accurate records of final account assessments.
• Contribute to transparent financial close-out of construction work packages.

Bills of Quantities and Cost Estimating

• Review schedules of rates prepared by cost consultants.
• Analyze bills of quantities for construction and infrastructure works.
• Assess quantity and pricing information used in cost estimates.
• Provide recommendations to support pre-tender estimates and budgets.
• Review the accuracy and completeness of relevant cost documentation.
• Support reliable cost planning through detailed analysis of quantities and rates.
• Communicate estimating observations and recommendations to project stakeholders.

Construction Claims and Contractual Support

• Support project teams in responding to contractor claims and disputes.
• Review the financial implications of contractual claims.
• Provide specialist advice regarding relevant contract provisions.
• Analyze supporting cost information associated with disputed amounts.
• Coordinate with project personnel on commercial and contractual matters.
• Identify potential financial exposure arising from contractual issues.
• Prepare relevant cost assessments and supporting documentation.
• Assist in developing informed responses to contractor commercial submissions.

Procurement and Supply Chain Coordination

• Collaborate with contractors, consultants, suppliers and supply chain personnel.
• Support value-for-money considerations during procurement and project delivery.
• Review relevant pricing information and commercial proposals.
• Participate in negotiations with vendors and suppliers where required.
• Assess procurement-related cost implications.
• Maintain effective professional relationships with external stakeholders.
• Support cost-efficient purchasing and commercial decision-making.

Financial Reporting and Stakeholder Communication

• Prepare accurate construction cost reports and financial summaries.
• Analyze project expenditure and budget performance.
• Communicate cost forecasts, variances and financial risks to stakeholders.
• Present relevant commercial information clearly and professionally.
• Maintain transparency in cost reporting and financial assessments.
• Escalate significant cost control concerns to project leadership.
• Report non-conformances affecting cost management requirements.
• Support management with reliable financial information for project decisions.

Project Risk and Cost Analysis

• Identify financial risks associated with construction activities and contractual matters.
• Evaluate the potential cost implications of identified project risks.
• Provide specialist advice on financial exposure and possible mitigation measures.
• Analyze the effects of cost changes on project budgets.
• Support project teams in assessing commercial risks.
• Recommend practical actions to improve cost certainty.
• Monitor emerging financial concerns throughout project execution.

Digital Quantity Surveying and Cost Control

• Use digital measurement tools to support quantity surveying activities.
• Apply cost planning software to prepare and review financial information.
• Use tender document management systems for relevant commercial documentation.
• Maintain accurate digital cost records and supporting calculations.
• Apply appropriate technology to improve measurement accuracy and reporting efficiency.
• Support effective organization of quantity surveying and commercial project records.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor 's degree (BSc) or Master 's degree (MSc) in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or a related field.

Professional Registration

• Professional qualification and registration with a recognized statutory or professional body, such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or an equivalent organization.

Professional Experience

• Proven experience in cost control, cost management and financial analysis within construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience reviewing post-contract valuations and contractor payment applications.
• Demonstrated expertise in construction variation management.
• Experience preparing and reviewing cash flow forecasts.
• Knowledge of construction cost reporting and budget monitoring.
• Experience reviewing bills of quantities and schedules of rates.
• Ability to assess contractual and financial implications of project changes.
• Experience coordinating with contractors, consultants, suppliers and project stakeholders.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of construction contracts and contractual principles.
• Knowledge of bills of quantities and schedules of rates.
• Experience managing construction expenditures and financial forecasts.
• Understanding of post-contract commercial administration.
• Knowledge of construction variation assessments and final accounts.
• Familiarity with contractor claims and commercial dispute support.
• Ability to analyze complex project cost information.
• Knowledge of construction procurement and value-for-money principles.
• Understanding of financial risk assessment and cost mitigation strategies.

Software and Digital Skills

• Strong proficiency in digital measurement tools.
• Experience using construction cost planning software.
• Familiarity