Senior Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure

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

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to major infrastructure projects

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial controls on infrastructure projects in Dubai. This role involves managing budgets, conducting detailed surveys, and ensuring compliance with contracts while supporting project delivery and financial efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Quantity Surveying, with at least 7 years of infrastructure experience. Strong skills in cost management and commercial leadership are essential for success in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in quantity surveying for infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of cost management, contract administration, and change control procedures.
• Arabic speaking is considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantity surveying and commercial management activities across major infrastructure and roads projects.
• Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, and change control processes across active infrastructure developments.
• Support contract administration and ensure compliance with approved commercial procedures.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost estimation and budget control

Contract management

Change control and variation management

Commercial team leadership

Infrastructure project cost planning

Cost management software

Financial reporting and forecasting

Contractor claims review

Strategic commercial planning

Client and stakeholder coordination

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Engineering

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Infrastructure

Location: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Construction | Function: Cost Estimating | Experience: Minimum 7 years | Job Type: Full-time

Job Overview

This role supports major infrastructure developments by leading commercial controls, quantity surveying operations, contract administration, and project budget management while ensuring strong financial performance and contractual compliance.

Job Details

Country: UAE | City: Dubai | Salary: 18,000–24,000AED monthly (subject to final offer)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quantity surveying and commercial management activities across major infrastructure and roads projects.
• Conduct detailed surveys to determine locations of natural features and man‑made structures using advanced surveying equipment and technical systems.
• Operate and manage land information systems for data storage, reporting, plotting, and commercial tracking.
• Review survey information related to measurements, directions, elevations, and site contours for project accuracy.
• Analyse legal records and previous boundaries to support project planning and contract compliance.
• Prepare reports, maps, plots, and documentation while verifying the accuracy of survey and cost data.
• Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, and change control processes across active infrastructure developments.
• Support contract administration and ensure compliance with approved commercial procedures.
• Lead the commercial team and coordinate with internal departments to maintain financial efficiency.
• Review contractor claims, variations, payment applications, and budget impacts.
• Maintain confidentiality of project financial data and provide clear commercial recommendations to management.
• Support strategic planning for cost optimization and long‑term project value.

Ideal Profile

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or an equivalent related qualification.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in quantity surveying for infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience in roads and infrastructure developments.
• Strong understanding of cost management, contract administration, and change control procedures.
• Ability to lead commercial teams on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong presentation, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Arabic speaking is considered an advantage.
• Professional, confident, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Skills Set

• Quantity surveying
• Cost estimation and budget control
• Contract management
• Change control and variation management
• Commercial team leadership
• Infrastructure project cost planning
• Cost management software
• Financial reporting and forecasting
• Contractor claims review
• Strategic commercial planning
• Client and stakeholder coordination

Why Join Us

• Lead commercial operations on major roads and infrastructure projects across Dubai.
• Join a globally respected consultancy with strong leadership in construction and engineering.
• Gain exposure to high‑value infrastructure developments and strategic project delivery.
• Collaborate with senior management, engineering teams, and major project stakeholders.
• Build long‑term career growth within one of the region's strongest infrastructure consulting environments.

About the Company

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