Estimator; Piling

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive bids for piling and foundation projects, from enquiry through tender submission and handover, based in Abu Dhabi
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• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
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• Minimum 5 years’ estimating experience in civil or foundation works in the UAE/GCC, including bored or CFA piling
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• Strong experience in first-principles pricing
  , including crew and plant productivity.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to read piling drawings and soil investigation reports.
• Good spoken and written English for tender submissions and client clarifications.
• Experience with a specialist piling/geotechnical contractor is a plus.
• Experience in shoring, dewatering or ground improvement is a plus.
• Knowledge of FIDIC, POMI or CESMM is a plus.
• RICS or other professional membership is a plus.
• Valid UAE driving license and Arabic language skills is a plus.

• Review enquiries, drawings, specifications, programmes and contract requirements.
• Take off quantities for piling, concrete, reinforcement, testing, excavation, spoil disposal and temporary works.
• Build detailed rates based on crew and plant productivity, materials, mobilization, standby and overheads.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare priced BOQs, tender qualifications, inclusions and exclusions.
• Respond to post-tender queries and price revisions/alternatives.
• Maintain the tender register and cost database.