Associate, Cost Management

Company Description

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Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Associate – Cost Management to join our dynamic team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will provide comprehensive cost management and quantity surveying services across large, complex projects spanning multiple sectors. You will work collaboratively with clients, project managers, consultants, and contractors to ensure projects remain on budget and commercially sound throughout their entire lifecycle—from inception through design, procurement, construction, and closeout. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise in cost planning, estimating, and commercial management while contributing to the successful delivery of high-impact projects.

Requirements:

• Experienced cost management professional with minimum 12 years in the construction industry, including minimum of 5 years in Dubai or the Middle East.
• Ideally involved in both Pre-Contract and Post-Contract roles, having managed high-profile landmark projects and has led teams of larger than 6.
• Experience in a range of asset types including High-End Residential, Commercial and Hospitality.
• Experience in management and assessment of claims, and strong contract administration skills (FIDIC) for both consultants and contractors.
• Experience in leading projects with large CAPEX values exceeding US$ 200 million.
• Ability to take ownership and lead work under minimal direction.
• Ability to provide advisory on procurement and phasing strategies, consultant appointments, contractor selection, support feasibility studies, pre-contract estimating including design to budget responsibilities and see through the post-contract phase with contracts close-out.
• Manages projects and resources according to the requirements of the project and acts as primary point of contact for clients on mid-scale projects.
• Accountable for a variety of deliverables throughout the lifecycle of multiple projects, generally within an end market sector.
• Accountable for briefing the team on project scopes to ensure roles and responsibilities are understood.
• Manages the resources across several projects, all within the established budgets.
• Manages quality control and ensures all procedures are complied with.
• Manages benchmarking, data collection, internal reporting.
• Supervises and mentors more junior members of staff to enable their development, assisting with the graduate development programme where appropriate.
• Monitors and manages the performance of direct reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or other Construction related field.
• Chartered RICS Membership (MRICS)
• Minimum 12 years post graduate
• Minimum 5 years in the Middle East

Additional Information

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.