Estimation Team Leader

Lead and manage the complete estimation and tendering process from reviewing tender documents to final submission Oversee quantity take-offs cost estimation and preparation of detailed project budgets based on drawings specifications and scope of work Review and validate cost estimates pricing breakdowns and BOQs to ensure accuracy and competitiveness Develop competitive bidding strategies and ensure timely submission of tenders Review construction methodologies productivity rates resource requirements and project costs Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost optimization

Assess contractual terms commercial conditions and potential project risks Identify scope gaps exclusions pricing risks and procurement-related risks during tender evaluation Review supplier and subcontractor quotations and conduct commercial comparisons and cost benchmarking Ensure all commercial assumptions qualifications and exclusions are properly documented in tender submissions Support senior management in bid evaluation pricing decisions and tender negotiations Lead supervise and allocate responsibilities across the estimation team Manage and coordinate multiple tenders simultaneously ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines Review and approve estimates prepared by team members prior to final submission Mentor guide and develop estimators and quantity surveyors within the team Coordinate with Engineering Procurement Construction Planning and Commercial departments throughout the tendering process Present tender summaries pricing strategies and key commercial risks to senior management

Building construction and large-scale civil projects Infrastructure and utility projects EPC and Design Build projects Experience handling large complex and multidisciplinary tenders strong

Strong leadership and team management capabilities Excellent commercial and financial understanding Strong analytical and problem-solving skills High attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict tender deadlines Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills Effective communication and presentation skills High level of ownership accountability and decision-making ability

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is mandatory.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in construction estimation and tendering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a supervisory or team leadership position.
• Proven experience leading and managing multidisciplinary estimation teams of at least 6 members.
• Strong background in building construction, infrastructure or civil construction projects.
• Extensive experience managing complete tender submissions, from initial review through to final bid submission.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, quantity surveying, cost estimation and pricing strategies.
• Good understanding of construction contracts, including FIDIC, EPC, Lump Sum and Design & Build.
• Experience in identifying commercial risks, scope gaps, exclusions and procurement-related risks.
• Strong knowledge of supplier and subcontractor pricing, bid evaluation and cost benchmarking.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software such as Candy CCS and Plan Swift.
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, analytical and communication skills.