Job Description

Job Title:

Estimation Manager - Aluminum & Facade

Location:

United Arab Emirates

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly analytical and experienced

Estimation Manager

to lead our cost estimation department for aluminum and facade projects. The successful candidate will oversee the preparation of accurate cost proposals, manage tender submissions, and provide commercial insights to support sales and project teams. This role is critical to ensuring the profitability and competitiveness of our bids within a dynamic industry.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Estimation & Tendering

Lead the preparation of detailed and accurate cost estimates for facade and aluminum systems, including curtain walls, cladding, windows, and doors. Analyze project drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BOQs) to determine material, labor, and equipment needs. Prepare competitive and compliant tender submissions within set deadlines.

2. Cost Analysis & Risk Assessment

Conduct comprehensive cost analyses, including direct and indirect costs, overheads, and contingencies. Identify potential risks, inconsistencies, and opportunities for cost savings during the bidding process. Recommend value engineering solutions to optimize project costs.

3. Vendor & Supplier Coordination

Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive and reliable quotations. Maintain an up-to-date database of material prices, labor rates, and historical cost data. Evaluate technical and commercial offers from vendors to ensure best value.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Coordinate with design, technical, and procurement teams to ensure estimates incorporate the most efficient and effective solutions. Support sales and business development teams with pricing strategies and commercial input. Participate in post-tender negotiations and contract reviews.

5. Team Management & Process Improvement

Manage, mentor, and develop a team of estimators and quantity surveyors. Standardize estimation methodologies and tools to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency. Ensure adherence to company policies, quality standards, and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline. 10 to 15 years of experience in estimation for aluminum and facade systems, including at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role. Strong technical knowledge of curtain walls, structural glazing, cladding, and aluminum facade systems. Proficient in MS Excel, AutoCAD, and estimation software such as CCS, Candy, PlanSwift, or similar tools.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED18,000.00 per month