8 Quantity Surveyor jobs in United Arab Emirates

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

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  Normally receives little instruction on routine work, general instructions on new assignments.
• Conducts surveys to ascertain the locations of natural features and human-made structures on the earth's surface, underground, and underwater, using electronic distance-measuring equipment and other surveying instruments.
• Operates and manages land-information computer systems, performs tasks such as storing data, making inquiries, and producing plots and reports.
• Reviews information from survey teams regarding measurement of distances, directions, angles between points and elevation of points, lines, and contours on, above, and below the earth’s surface.
• Researches legal records, looks for evidence of previous boundaries, and analyzes the data to determine the location of boundary lines.
• Records the results of surveys, verifies the accuracy of data, and prepares plots, maps, and reports.
• An experienced professional with full understanding of area of specialization.
• Works on problems of diverse scope.

• Must have a QS or Engineering degree or similar equivalent
• Minimum 7 years of experience in quantity surveying for infrastructure projects
• Experience in roads and infrastructure projects

Specific Skills Required

• High level of literacy skills in English. Arabic speaking considered a benefit.
• Excellent working knowledge of industry best practices
• To lead our commercial team on a major Infrastructure project
• Knowledge of cost and contract management techniques, budget management and change control
• Ability to present confidently
• Ability to act with discretion and safeguarding confidentiality of project data.
• Computer Literate, with specific experience in Cost Management software programs

Person Specification (Personality Attributes)

• A dynamic, forward thinking person with the skills to self manage and manage others
• Presentable and personable, this individual will be a team player and comfortable with working in a large team and dynamic environment.
• Build successful working relationships with internal departments
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and establish priorities for the timely completion of work.
• High level of professionalism, initiative and creativity.
• Problem solving/lateral thinking skills.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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 options, well-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 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll 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.