Senior Cost Management Director — Dubai Infrastructure

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 334,800 - 424,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career progression

Collaborative workplace

Work with global experts

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking an Associate Director - Cost Management in Dubai to lead high-profile cost management operations across major projects. The role encompasses full lifecycle management, client engagement, and team leadership, ensuring adherence to quality and project governance standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of experience in cost management or quantity surveying, with strong leadership skills and a proven track record in a consultancy environment. This position offers opportunities for significant career advancement and participation in innovative projects that shape Dubai's infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years post-graduate experience in cost management or quantity surveying.
• Strong pre-contract cost management background in UAE consultancy environments.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing collaborative project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual business performance for the assigned market or sector.
• Develop and implement business plans aligned with organizational objectives.
• Build pipelines by securing new clients and expanding services.

Skills

Advanced cost planning and estimating

Pre-contract strategy and bid leadership

Lifecycle cost management

FIDIC contract expertise

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Engineering

MRICS accreditation

Job description

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking an Associate Director - Cost Management in Dubai to lead high-profile cost management operations across major projects. The role encompasses full lifecycle management, client engagement, and team leadership, ensuring adherence to quality and project governance standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of experience in cost management or quantity surveying, with strong leadership skills and a proven track record in a consultancy environment. This position offers opportunities for significant career advancement and participation in innovative projects that shape Dubai's infrastructure.