Quantity Surveyor - Post Contract Cost Management - AECOM - Dubai, UAE

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,880 - 267,840; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Structured career development pathway

Collaborative professional environment

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for post contract cost management in Dubai. This role involves assisting senior consultants in measuring costs and managing finances for large construction projects across various sectors.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying and at least 5 years of consultancy experience. A competitive salary and a structured career development pathway are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of post-graduate experience in cost consultancy.
• 2 to 3 years of Middle East project experience.
• Experience in residential, commercial, or hospitality projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Quantity Surveyors in post contract cost management activities.
• Prepare measurements, assess and agree variations with contractors.
• Contribute to cost reporting, budget tracking, and financial control processes.

Skills

Post contract cost control

Measurement and BOQ preparation

Variation and payment assessment

Cost reporting and financial analysis

Tender analysis and procurement support

Estimation standards application

Team collaboration and stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Engineering

MRICS or working towards APC preferred

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Post Contract Cost Management

Company: AECOM – Dubai, UAE

Position Overview: AECOM is seeking a Quantity Surveyor in Dubai, UAE to support post contract cost management across residential, commercial, and hospitality developments. This role focuses on assisting senior cost consultants with measurement, variations assessment, payment certifications, and cost reporting within large‑scale construction projects in the Middle East.

Job Details:Country: UAECity: DubaiIndustry: EngineeringFunction: SurveyingSalary: 18,000–24,000 monthly (Market estimated)Gender: AnyCandidate Nationality: AnyJob Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Quantity Surveyors in post contract cost management activities
• Prepare measurements, assess and agree variations with contractors
• Support preparation of interim payment certificates and final account settlements
• Contribute to cost reporting, budget tracking, and financial control processes
• Ensure compliance with internal quality procedures and documentation standards
• Assist in benchmarking exercises, data collection, and internal reporting
• Support delivery of funder advisory and consultancy services
• Participate in tender analysis and preparation of tender evaluation reports
• Assist in BOQ preparation, pricing reviews, and precontract cost analysis
• Apply standard measurement codes such as NRM and POMI

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related construction field
• MRICS or working towards APC preferred
• Minimum 5 years of post graduate experience in cost consultancy
• 2 to 3 years of Middle East project experience
• Experience in residential, commercial, or hospitality projects
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and reporting skills

Skills Set

• Post contract cost control
• Measurement and BOQ preparation
• Variation and payment assessment
• Cost reporting and financial analysis
• Tender analysis and procurement support
• Estimation standards application
• Team collaboration and stakeholder coordination

Why Join Us

• Work on high‑value construction and real estate projects in Dubai
• Join a globally recognized cost consultancy and engineering firm
• Exposure to international cost management standards and advisory services
• Competitive salary and structured career development pathway
• Collaborative professional environment with growth opportunities

About the Company

AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy based in Dubai, delivering innovative, sustainable project solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. With global expertise and strong local presence, AECOM helps clients build smarter cities and resilient communities across the GCC and beyond.