Estimation Fit-Out Engineer

The Estimation Fit-Out Engineer is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, BOQs, quotations, and tender submissions for interior fit-out projects.

The role involves reviewing drawings and specifications, conducting quantity take-offs, obtaining and evaluating supplier/subcontractor quotations, analyzing project costs, and ensuring that all commercial submissions are accurate, competitive, and aligned with project requirements.

• Review tender documents, architectural drawings, specifications, BOQs, and project requirements.
• Identify the scope of work, exclusions, assumptions, and potential commercial risks.
• Review architectural, interior design, MEP, structural, and coordination drawings as required.
• Raise technical and commercial queries and obtain clarification from clients/consultants.
• Ensure all tender requirements are fully considered before submission.

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Develop and verify BOQs for fit-out works.
• Measure quantities for civil, architectural, and interior fit-out works.
• Prepare quantities for partitions, ceilings, flooring, wall finishes, joinery, doors, painting, glass works, and other fit-out elements.
• Coordinate quantities with MEP and other associated trades where applicable.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency between drawings, BOQs, and estimates.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates based on project scope, specifications, quantities, and current market rates.
• Calculate material, manpower, equipment, subcontractor, logistics, and other project-related costs.
• Analyze labor productivity and material consumption.
• Develop unit rates and build-up rates for various fit-out activities.
• Incorporate wastage, overheads, contingency, and required profit margins in accordance with company guidelines.
• Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities.

• Prepare RFQs and obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Evaluate and compare supplier/subcontractor quotations technically and commercially.
• Negotiate rates and commercial terms where required.
• Verify quotations against project specifications and scope.
• Maintain an updated database of supplier, subcontractor, material, and labor rates.

• Prepare commercial proposals and tender pricing in accordance with company procedures.
• Compile complete estimation files, including BOQs, rate analysis, quotations, assumptions, exclusions, and supporting documents.
• Ensure tender submissions are commercially competitive while maintaining acceptable margins.
• Review final pricing with the Estimation Manager before submission.
• Ensure tenders are submitted accurately and within the required deadlines.

• Assist in responding to client/consultant commercial queries and clarifications.
• Review tender revisions, addenda, and variation requirements.
• Revise estimates based on changes in drawings, specifications, or scope.
• Support the commercial and project teams during negotiations and handover.
• Provide a proper estimation handover to the project/commercial team after award.

• Coordinate closely with Design, Engineering, Procurement, Projects, Production, and Commercial teams.
• Work with architects, designers, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors when required.
• Participate in tender review and project handover meetings.
• Ensure technical and commercial information is properly communicated to relevant departments.

The Estimation Fit-Out Engineer should have good knowledge of estimating the following works:

• Interior fit-out and refurbishment
• Drywall and partition systems
• Suspended and decorative ceilings
• Flooring and wall finishes
• Painting and decorative finishes
• Joinery and custom furniture
• Doors and ironmongery
• Glass and glazing works
• Aluminum works
• Metal and architectural works
• Kitchen and pantry fit-out
• Washroom finishes and accessories
• FF&E, where applicable
• MEP-related fit-out interfaces
• Temporary works and site requirements
• Mobilization, logistics, and installation costs

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in

, or a related discipline.

• Relevant professional certification in Quantity Surveying or Cost Estimation is an advantage.

• 3–7 years of relevant experience

in estimation and quantity surveying for interior fit-out projects.

• UAE/GCC experience is preferred.
• Strong experience in preparing BOQs, quantity take-offs, rate analysis, and commercial tender submissions.
• Experience with commercial, residential, hospitality, retail, office, or similar fit-out projects is preferred.

• Excellent knowledge of fit-out construction methods and materials.
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in

for drawing review and quantity take-off.

• Strong

skills, including formulas, costing, rate analysis, and pricing.

• Familiarity with estimation/QS software is an advantage.
• Ability to analyze supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Strong understanding of material and labor cost calculations.
• Good knowledge of UAE construction practices and market rates.

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under tight tender deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
• Proactive approach to identifying cost risks and opportunities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

1. Estimation Accuracy

– Accuracy of quantities, rates, and final project cost.

– Percentage of tenders submitted within deadlines.

– Success rate of submitted tenders.

4. Cost Competitiveness

– Ability to achieve competitive pricing while protecting required margins.

– Accuracy, completeness, and compliance of estimation submissions.