Job Description

1. Leadership & Team Management:

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Senior Estimators, Estimators, and Quantity Surveyors. Manage departmental resources, workload planning, and prioritization to meet tender deadlines. Establish and enforce best practices, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality assurance for all estimates and submissions. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accuracy, and commercial acumen within the team.

2. Pre-Contract Management:

Oversee the preparation of comprehensive, accurate, and timely cost estimates for fit-out projects of all scales and complexities (from initial budgets to final tender submissions). Conduct detailed analysis of tender documents, drawings, and specifications to identify risk, opportunity, and scope. Lead the commercial strategy for key bids, including subcontractor/supplier procurement, negotiation, and selection. Prepare and present tender settlement reports to the senior management team, providing clear recommendations and risk assessments. Ensure all estimates include a robust risk allowance and align with the company's profitability targets.

3. Post-Contract & Cost Management:

Oversee the handover of awarded projects from the estimation team to the operations/project team, ensuring clear communication of commercial assumptions. Manage the post-contract cost management function, including variations (VO), cost-to-complete forecasts, and interim valuations. Provide analytical support to project teams for financial reporting and identifying potential cost overruns or savings. Lead the final account negotiation and agreement process to maximize project profitability.

4. Analytical & Strategic Duties:

Utilize strong analytical skills to benchmark costs, analyze historical data, and improve estimating accuracy and databases. Develop and maintain rates libraries, cost models, and material/plant databases specific to fit-out works. Analyze market trends, material price fluctuations, and subcontractor markets to inform pricing strategies. Produce management reports on departmental performance, hit rates, tender pipeline, and portfolio profitability.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional membership (e.g., RICS, CIOB) is a strong advantage.

Minimum of 8-10 years

of progressive experience in estimation and cost management, with

at least 5 years in a leadership role

specifically within a

fit-out / interior contracting company

.

Proven track record

of successfully bidding for and managing the commercial aspects of a wide range of fit-out projects (commercial offices, retail, F&B, hospitality). In-depth knowledge of fit-out methodologies, materials, finishes, MEP services, and specialist subcontractors.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED10,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Apply only if you have very strong hands on Fit Out Projects Are you willing to work 6 days a week in Musaffah? Are you willing to work the offered salary? * Have you led the Estimation Team?