Estimator
Job Description
Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and BOQs to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates.
Analyze project requirements, scope of work, and client expectations to develop detailed cost breakdowns.
Prepare quantity take-offs and cost estimates for civil, structural, architectural, and MEP works.
Request and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure cost-effective solutions.
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and project teams to validate pricing strategies and assumptions.
Prepare and submit technical and commercial proposals, bid summaries, and tender clarifications.
Participate in pre-tender and post-tender meetings with clients, consultants, and internal teams.
Track and update market rates for labor, materials, and subcontracting to maintain competitive pricing.
Support value engineering, cost control, and risk assessment exercises.
Maintain estimation databases, historical cost records, and project benchmarking tools.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field. Minimum 3-6 years of estimation experience in the UAE/GCC construction industry. Strong knowledge of construction methods, market rates, and estimation software (e.g., CCS Candy, PlanSwift, AutoCAD, MS Excel). Experience in pricing for different types of projects (e.g., buildings, infrastructure, fit-out, MEP) is highly desirable. Familiarity with UAE tendering processes and local regulatory requirements. Excellent analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail. Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Job Type: Full-time
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Job IdJD1859375
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationAbu Dhabi, AZ, AE, United Arab Emirates
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EducationNot mentioned