Associate - Cost Management (Masterplanning + Infrastructure)

Associate - Cost Management (Masterplanning + Infrastructure) Full-time State/Province: Dubai Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH Business Line: PCC Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AE - Dubai, UAE - UBora Tower Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

The Associate - Cost Management is responsible for the successful delivery of projects across the full spectrum of cost management activities, operating with minimal supervision while leading and mentoring a team. This role plays a key part in client engagement, project execution, and commercial performance across a portfolio of projects.

Lead the delivery of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and organisational standards. Manage project services using Workbench and other relevant systems to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Function as Project Manager on up to three active projects, overseeing scope, schedule, and budget. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. Ensure client approval for any scope changes or additional work, maintaining transparency and contractual compliance. Brief and guide project teams to ensure clear understanding of roles, responsibilities, and project scopes. Monitor and manage the performance of direct reports, providing mentorship and development opportunities to support their growth. Allocate and manage resources effectively across large or multiple smaller projects within budget constraints. Ensure timely cash collection in accordance with contract terms. Benchmark project data to support cost planning and value engineering. Maintain accountability for project deliverables and financial performance. Ensure all project deliverables comply with internal Project Delivery Standards (PDS) and quality assurance protocols. Adhere to all QA requirements and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field. 8+ years post graduate experience on Masterplanning or Infrastructure projects. MRICS accredited, or working towards.

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