Senior Quantity Surveyor

Role Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor at AECOM in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will leverage extensive expertise in quantity surveying, cost management, and project delivery to drive successful project outcomes, working independently on complex assignments while providing strategic guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Company Overview

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader and a Fortune 500 firm with revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The company is committed to delivering a better world by solving clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. AECOM 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.

Role Purpose

To drive successful project outcomes through accurate cost estimation, efficient resource allocation, and transparent project communication. You will provide strategic leadership on complex quantity surveying and cost management assignments while mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Surveys and Measurements

• Conduct comprehensive surveys and measurements to ascertain the locations of natural features and human-made structures on the earth's surface, underground, and underwater, utilizing advanced electronic distance-measuring equipment and surveying instruments.
• Review and analyze information from survey teams regarding measurement of distances, directions, angles between points, and elevation data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Research legal records and historical boundary documentation to identify evidence of previous boundaries and determine precise location of boundary lines.
• Record survey results with meticulous attention to detail, verify data accuracy, and prepare comprehensive plots, maps, and technical reports for stakeholder review.

Data Management and Systems

• Operate and manage land-information computer systems, performing critical tasks such as data storage, system inquiries, and generation of detailed plots and reports.

Cost Estimation and Budget Management

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and budget forecasts for construction projects, ensuring alignment with project scope and client requirements.
• Analyze project performance data and prepare insightful reports to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Procurement and Contract Management

• Manage procurement processes, analyze tender documents, and negotiate contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to optimize project value.

Leadership and Mentorship

• Mentor and supervise junior quantity surveyors and survey technicians, providing constructive feedback and fostering professional development.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and clients to resolve discrepancies, manage variations, and maintain transparent communication throughout project lifecycle.

Professional Development

• Stay current with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies in quantity surveying and construction management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 10+ years of professional experience in quantity surveying, cost management, or related construction disciplines.
• Proven experience with RTA (Roads and Transportation Authority) projects in the Middle East region.
• Prior RTA Approval or equivalent professional recognition (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Professional certification or membership with recognized quantity surveying bodies (preferred).
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian construction standards, regulations, and local market practices (preferred).

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced proficiency with quantity surveying software, CAD applications, and land-information management systems.
• Strong knowledge of construction cost estimation, budgeting, and financial forecasting methodologies.
• Comprehensive understanding of construction contracts, procurement processes, and commercial management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to work on complex, multi-faceted projects.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities, with proven capability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor, supervise, and develop junior team members.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
• Full professional understanding of quantity surveying specialization with ability to provide expert guidance on diverse project scopes.

Additional Information

AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits that may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, 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. Benefits availability depends on employment status.