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AECOM (Middle East)

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Architecture & Engineering Firms

Dubai Design District

About

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with a major regional hub in Dubai. Established in 1990 and now employing over 50,000 professionals across 150+ countries, AECOM has maintained a Dubai presence since 2003. The firm delivers architecture, engineering, construction management, and programme management services for some of the UAE's most ambitious infrastructure and real estate projects. AECOM is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and consistently ranks among the top design firms worldwide by Engineering News-Record (ENR).

Architecture & Engineering Services

AECOM's Dubai office delivers full-spectrum services including master planning, architecture, structural and MEP engineering, transportation infrastructure, and environmental consulting. Their integrated design approach combines architecture with civil, structural, and building services engineering under one roof. They hold Dubai Municipality (DM) approval for building permits and design submissions, and their teams are experienced with RERA registration requirements for off-plan project consultancies.

Notable Dubai Projects

AECOM has contributed to landmark Dubai developments including the Dubai Metro (Red and Green Lines), Route 2020 extension to Expo City, Bluewaters Island infrastructure, Dubai Water Canal, and multiple masterplanned communities across Dubai South. They provided programme management for Expo 2020 Dubai and have worked on several mixed-use towers along Sheikh Zayed Road.

Awards & Credentials

AECOM is an ENR Top 5 Global Design Firm. They hold ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications. Their sustainability practice delivers LEED, Estidama, and WELL-certified projects throughout the UAE. AECOM professionals include RIBA, ICE, IStructE, and CIBSE chartered members.

Services Offered

Key services AECOM (Middle East) provides for architecture & engineering firms clients in Dubai:

Architecture and building design
Master planning and urban design
Structural engineering
Building engineering (MEP — mechanical, electrical, plumbing)
Transportation infrastructure (highways, roads, rail, metro)
Water and wastewater engineering (treatment, supply, flood management)
Energy and power infrastructure (substations, distribution)
Ground engineering, marine and ports
Program, project and construction management
Cost consultancy and commercial management
Environmental and sustainability consulting
Digital, data analytics and BIM

Why Choose AECOM (Middle East)

  • Global multidisciplinary consultancy — architecture, structural and MEP engineering, infrastructure, environment and project management delivered under one firm.
  • 60+ years in the Middle East, with a UAE regional headquarters in Abu Dhabi and a Dubai office in Business Bay.
  • Track record on landmark Dubai projects including the Dubai Metro, Route 2020, Dubai Water Canal and major masterplanned communities.
  • Enterprise scale — around 51,000 staff serving clients in over 150 countries.
  • Full lifecycle delivery from master planning and design through construction supervision and cost management.

How AECOM (Middle East) Works

  1. 1

    Define scope and brief

    AECOM works with the client (developer, government entity or investor) to define the project scope, programme and technical requirements.

  2. 2

    Concept design and master planning

    Multidisciplinary teams develop concept design, master planning and feasibility studies across architecture, engineering and infrastructure.

  3. 3

    Detailed design and engineering

    Detailed architectural, structural, MEP and civil engineering is produced, coordinated through BIM where applicable.

  4. 4

    Project and construction management

    AECOM provides project controls, construction supervision, cost management and stakeholder coordination through delivery.

Business Profile

Established 1990 (36+ yrs)
Company Size Enterprise (200+)
Hours Standard hours (Sun-Thu)
Pricing Tier Premium

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is AECOM an architecture studio or an engineering consultancy?

Both. AECOM is a multidisciplinary firm that provides architecture and master planning alongside structural, MEP, civil and infrastructure engineering, plus program and construction management — typically under one contract.

Does AECOM design private villas in Dubai?

AECOM focuses on large-scale and landmark work — towers, mixed-use developments, master planned communities, transport and water infrastructure — for developers and government clients. It is generally not oriented toward individual private-villa commissions.

What kind of projects does AECOM handle in Dubai and the UAE?

Public-record projects include the Dubai Metro (Red and Green Lines), the Route 2020 extension, the Dubai Water Canal, Bluewaters Island infrastructure and large masterplanned communities, spanning architecture, engineering and infrastructure.

How long has AECOM operated in the Middle East?

AECOM cites more than 60 years of presence in the Middle East, with its first regional projects in Abu Dhabi dating to 1965. The global AECOM entity was formed in 1990.

Where are AECOM's UAE offices?

AECOM's Middle East regional headquarters is in Abu Dhabi, with a Dubai office located in the Business Bay area.

Can AECOM deliver architecture, structural and MEP engineering together?

Yes. As a multidisciplinary consultancy, AECOM combines architecture, structural and MEP engineering, transportation, water, environment and project management within a single firm.

Who typically engages AECOM?

Developers, master developers, government and infrastructure clients, and institutional investors building or repositioning large-scale assets. Engagement is project-based and quoted on request.

Location

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Office 601, Building 9, Dubai Design District (d3), P.O. Box 500127, Dubai Design District, Dubai, UAE

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Contact Information

+971 4 439 0200 [email protected] Visit Website
Office 601, Building 9, Dubai Design District (d3), P.O. Box 500127

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