Estimation Engineer - Construction Industry

Job Summary

• The Estimation Engineer – Construction Industry will be responsible for preparing accurate, competitive and auditable cost estimates and tender submissions for construction projects.
• The role will support business development and project teams by developing detailed quantity take-offs, cost plans, risk assessments and commercial proposals, ensuring alignment with programme, technical and contractual requirements.
• ****Key Responsibilities****
• Prepare detailed and high‑quality estimates and tender documents for packages including civils, structural works, building services, fit‑out and specialist subcontract scopes.
• Carry out accurate quantity take‑offs from drawings, specifications and BIM models and develop cost build‑ups using standard rates, supplier quotations and historical data.
• Develop cost plans, elemental cost breakdowns and bill of quantities to support pricing, value engineering and commercial decision making.
• Analyse subcontract and supplier quotations, negotiate prices where required and compare alternatives to optimise cost and programme outcomes.
• Identify, quantify and document commercial and project risks, contingencies and assumptions; prepare risk registers and sensitivity analyses for tender submissions.
• Collaborate with estimating, design, commercial and project teams to ensure scope clarity, design compliance and constructability; provide input to programmes and resourcing plans.
• Prepare and present tender reports, bid summaries and management information to support go/no‑go decisions and contract negotiations.
• Maintain and develop estimating databases, rate libraries and historical cost records to improve estimate accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure all estimates and tender documents are produced in accordance with company estimating procedures, quality standards and audit requirements.
• Support post‑award activities including variation valuation, cost forecasting and claims preparation as required.
• ****Scope of Role****
• Produce estimates for projects ranging from small works to medium/large construction contracts across multiple sectors.
• Work closely with commercial managers, project managers and supply chain partners to deliver competitive bids and successful project mobilisation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating practices, tools and governance within the commercial team.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Minimum 3–7 years’ experience in construction estimating or quantity surveying within contractor or consultancy environments in UAE.
• Proficient in measurement and costing techniques, with experience of bill of quantities preparation and elemental cost planning.
• Good commercial awareness, understanding of contracts and procurement routes, and ability to identify and quantify contractual risk.
• Strong numerical, analytical and attention to detail skills with the ability to deliver accurate work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to produce clear tender documentation and present findings to stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross‑functional teams and manage multiple bids concurrently.

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