Senior Quantity/Project Surveyor - Infrastructure

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM seeks a Senior Project Surveyor to join their Masterplanning costing team in Dubai. This role involves preparing cost estimates and collaborating on large-scale developments. Candidates should have a strong commercial mindset, experience in the GCC region, and MRICS certification. AECOM offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and leaves of absence

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in the industry.
• MRICS required.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of early-stage cost estimates for complex masterplans.
• Collaborate with teams to assess cost implications across land use development.
• Assist in developing cost models and benchmarking databases.

Skills

Cost estimation

Collaboration

Digital tools

Education

Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying

MRICS

Tools

CostX

Power BI

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Project Surveyor to join our growing Masterplanning costing team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of large-scale developments with a focus on early-stage planning asset evaluation and infrastructure strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation of early-stage cost estimates for complex masterplans incorporating infrastructure utilities and asset mix considerations.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to assess cost implications across land use development phasing and infrastructure strategy.
• Liaise with utility providers and technical consultants to validate assumptions and refine cost inputs.
• Assist in the development of cost models and benchmarking databases to support regional projects.
• Contribute to digital delivery through the use of cost software tools (e.g. CostX Candy Excel-based models or Power BI) certain training can be provided.
• Client facing presentations and reporting with clear structured deliverables and commercial insight.

Desired Attributes:

• Regional experience in the GCC or similar markets is highly advantageous.
• Exposure to or an interest in digital tools for estimating benchmarking or reporting (e.g. Power BI GIS platforms or data visualization tools).
• A well-rounded cost consultant with a strong commercial mindset and appreciation for both infrastructure and above-ground development.
• MRICS
• A proactive collaborative attitude we value cultural fit and team contribution as much as technical skills.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying and/or Engineering (or equivalent) from an accredited internationally recognized institution or University.
• MRICS required
• Minimum 10 years experience in the industry.

Additional Information :

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 optionswell-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and 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 2024. Learn more at .

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract