Assistant Quantity Surveyor (O&M Scope)

About the role

AECOM is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor specializing in operations and maintenance (O&M) works to join its commercial and cost control team on a mega-project in Jeddah. The role supports measurement, valuation, cost estimation and reporting for O&M contracts.

Key responsibilities

• Measure and verify maintenance services against the contract scope and supporting records
• Assist in preparing O&M budgets, cost estimates, cost plans, cash-flow forecasts and cost-to-complete reports
• Review monthly payment applications and valuations for accuracy of quantities, unit rates, deductions and documentation
• Support evaluation of variations, additional services and scope changes, including quantity measurements and unit-rate build-ups
• Prepare monthly commercial reports, cost summaries, cash-flow projections and budget variance analyses
• Keep measurements, valuations, approvals, invoices and other commercial records properly documented and filed
• Carry out other quantity surveying and commercial duties as assigned by the Quantity Surveyor

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical or electrical engineering, or quantity surveying
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quantity surveying and commercial management on O&M contracts for large-scale construction projects
• Strong experience in cost control, cost planning, BOQ preparation, tendering, contract administration and commercial analysis
• Proven experience in O&M projects, including cost estimation, tender preparation, pricing and commercial management of maintenance contracts
• Professional accreditation such as MRICS or RICS preferred
• Nationality Arab or Asian, preferably based in KSA; experience on Saudi Arabian projects preferred

Required skills

• Good understanding of O&M contract administration, measurement, estimating, valuations, variations and cost reporting
• Familiarity with FM platforms such as IBM Maximo is an advantage
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical, reporting, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage complex assignments and work independently with minimal supervision

Benefits depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits, paid time off, flexible work options, a retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan. New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.