Job Description

The Senior Fit-Out Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and timely estimates for interior fit-out projects. The role involves conducting quantity take-offs, analyzing drawings/specifications, managing supplier quotations, and supporting tender submissions while ensuring compliance with UAE market standards and pricing.

Key Responsibilities1. Estimation & Costing

Prepare detailed BOQs, cost estimates, and budgets for interior fit-out projects (commercial, retail, residential, hospitality, etc.). Perform accurate quantity take-offs from architectural, ID, MEP, and structural drawings. Develop cost summaries including materials, labor, equipment, subcontracting, and overheads. Analyze tender documents, specifications, and project scope to ensure full coverage of required work.

2. Supplier & Subcontractor Coordination

Source, evaluate, and negotiate prices with local UAE suppliers and subcontractors. Maintain and update the cost database (materials, labor rates, subcontractor pricing). Review and compare quotations to ensure compliance with project requirements.

3. Tender & Technical Support

Prepare tender clarifications, technical queries, and value-engineering proposals. Participate in pre-tender meetings, site visits, and client/consultant discussions. Assist in preparing tender submittals, cost breakdowns, and project methodologies.

4. Project & Market Knowledge

Keep up-to-date with market rates, construction technologies, and UAE fit-out standards. Review project risks, constraints, and construction methodologies affecting pricing. Support project handover to operations team after award.

RequirementsEducation & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or related field. Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in interior fit-out estimation is

mandatory

. Experience with commercial, office, F&B, hospitality, and retail fit-out projects preferred.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of UAE market rates, suppliers, and subcontractors. Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, Planswift/Bluebeam or similar quantity take-off software. Ability to read and interpret detailed drawings, ID concepts, BOQs, and specifications.

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and numerical skills. Excellent negotiation, communication, and coordination skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight tender deadlines. High attention to detail and accuracy.

Key Competencies

Estimation & Cost Analysis Quantity Take-Offs Vendor & Subcontractor Management Tender Documentation Value Engineering Time Management Knowledge of UAE Fit-Out Market
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent