Senior Estimation Engineer

Overview

Position
- Senior estimation engineer
- Civil Department
- Estimation Purpose
- Prepare project costs for various civil projects to prepare competitive and profitable bids.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labour, and equipment
• Prepare techno commercial proposals and submitting them to clients or project stakeholders
• Review and analyze the scope of work, along with all related drawings
• Monitor project costs and adjust estimates as necessary
• Provide cost advice throughout the project lifecycle
• Participate in project meetings to offer insights and recommendations on cost-related matters
• Maintain and update a database of cost information for various construction materials and labour rates
• Ensure compliance with relevant building codes and regulations
• Evaluate subcontractors  bids and negotiating contracts
• Conduct site visits to gather data and assess project feasibility
• Collaborate with project managers, project engineers and site engineers
• Analyze project requirements to identify potential risks and cost-saving opportunities
• Utilize specialized software for estimating purposes
• Coordinate closely with the Planning Engineer to prepare a high-level timeline schedule along with the technical and commercial proposal
• Share the prepared BOQ with the Quantity Surveyor for distribution across the relevant departments
• Upon project award, notify all departments to initiate the preparation of the required project documentation

• Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Strong experience in identifying required materials, along with a good understanding of their approximate market prices
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints and specifications
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of construction industry practices and standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong understanding of construction methods and materials
• Proven track record of successful project cost estimation
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Knowledge of local building codes and regulations
• Experience in preparing bids for large-scale civil engineering projects
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Flexible to visit project sites frequently during the tendering stage to ensure that the estimated costs are accurate and aligned with project requirements
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Expertise in interpreting architectural, structural, and IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings, shop drawings
• Key Competencies Strong understanding of construction methods, material specifications, and standard codes