Resident Quantity Surveyor

About the role

AECOM, a global infrastructure consulting firm, is looking for a highly experienced Resident Quantity Surveyor in Jeddah. The role covers quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management and estimation, with a preference for candidates who have worked on Operations and Maintenance (O&M) projects.

Key responsibilities

• Manage quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management and estimation activities across projects.
• Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, budgets, tender documents and commercial proposals.
• Develop cost plans, monitor project expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage tendering, including pricing, bid evaluation and commercial submissions.
• Review contracts, variations, claims, payment applications and final accounts.
• Conduct cost analysis, financial forecasting and budget monitoring to support project delivery.
• Support O&M projects through cost estimation, tender preparation, pricing and commercial management of maintenance contracts.
• Review technical and commercial information, verify project data accuracy and prepare detailed cost reports.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, operations and project management teams, and handle complex commercial and cost issues.
• Work independently under general direction and ensure compliance with contractual requirements and project standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• More than 10 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, estimation or tendering.
• 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 is preferred.

Required skills

• Cost control, cost planning, BOQ preparation, tendering, contract administration and commercial analysis.
• Strong analytical, reporting, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex assignments and work independently with minimal supervision.

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