Quantity Surveyor

Company Overview

AECOM is a leading global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to creating a better world. We contribute to community wellbeing by enhancing infrastructure such as transportation, utilities, and urban developments. Our worldwide team of over 50,000 professionals, including planners, engineers, scientists, and managers, work on complex challenges to deliver impactful projects that build lasting legacies.

Position Summary

This role generally involves minimal supervision for routine tasks, with guidance given for new assignments. The Quantity Surveyor conducts surveys using advanced electronic and traditional equipment to assess natural and artificial features on land, underwater, and underground. You will manage land information systems to store and analyze data, produce maps and reports, and review survey measurements like distances, angles, and elevations.

Key responsibilities include researching legal documents to determine boundary lines, verifying survey accuracy, and preparing related plots and documentation. This role requires a seasoned professional capable of handling diverse and complex challenges within the infrastructure sector.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or an equivalent field.
• At least 7 years of experience in quantity surveying, specifically for infrastructure projects.
• Proven background in road and infrastructure works.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• High proficiency in English literacy; Arabic language skills are advantageous.
• Strong understanding of industry best practices in quantity surveying.
• Experience leading commercial teams on major infrastructure projects.
• Expertise in cost and contract management, budget oversight, and change control procedures.
• Confident presentation skills and ability to maintain confidentiality of project information.
• Computer proficiency, including use of cost management software.

Personal Attributes

• Dynamic and forward-thinking with excellent self-management and leadership capabilities.
• Professional and personable with the ability to collaborate effectively in large, dynamic teams.
• Skilled at building productive relationships across departments.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines efficiently.
• High levels of professionalism, initiative, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

New employees must attend an in-person onboarding at an AECOM office as a condition of employment, reinforcing our commitment to a secure hiring process. AECOM provides comprehensive benefits tailored to diverse employee needs, including healthcare, paid time off, retirement plans, employee assistance, and flexible working options.

Working at AECOM means joining a global team focused on career growth, innovative projects, and a supportive work culture that values respect, collaboration, and opportunity.