Senior Estimation Engineer

TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES | Full time

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 07/24/2026

The Chief Estimator / Senior Estimator is responsible for leading the estimation process for assignedtender projects. This includes preparing accurate cost estimates, coordinating with internal departments, engaging subcontractors, and ensuring effective performance of the estimation team. This role is critical to the success of projects, from bid preparation through to execution

• Pricing:
  Prepare comprehensive cost estimates aligned with the Bill of Quantities(BOQ), project scope, client specifications, and company standards, covering materials, equipment, and manpower.
• Vendor Coordination:
  Liaise with the Procurement Department to engage approved vendors/suppliers and subcontractors for material and service requirements during both pre- andpost-tender stages.
• Indirect Costing:
  Calculate indirect costs and coordinate with other departments to gathernecessary input for complete cost estimation.
• Tender Risk Register & Mitigation:
  Develop a tender risk register outlining potential risks, their costimpact, and mitigation plans. Present findings for management discussion and approval.
• Top Sheet & Tender Finalization:
  Prepare the top sheet and tender summary presentations. Review and analyzeestimated values in coordination with the Estimation Manager for finalsubmission.
• Client/Consultant Meetings:
  Attend and contribute to pre- and post-tender meetings with clients and consultants to clarify scope, respond to queries, and align expectations.
• Team Supervision & Guidance:
  Provide overall supervision of the estimation team’s performance and offer guidance and support where needed to ensure quality output.
• Execution Budget:
  Prepare execution budgets for awarded projects to facilitate seamless handover from estimation to operations.
• Team Development & Digitalization:
  Support team development initiatives, and lead efforts toward automation and digitalization within the estimation function.
• Value Engineering:
  Lead value engineering efforts to propose cost-effective alternativeswithout compromising design integrity or project requirements.
• Lessons Learned:
  Analyze project outcomes to extract key learnings and implementimprovements in estimation practices.
• Contract Review:
  Collaborate with the Contracts Department to review tender contract termsand conditions. Highlight major risks, liabilities, and commercialconcerns that could impact the project cost or delivery.

Review and update detailed Tender Review Reports and Site Visit Reports prepared by the Senior Quantity Surveyor to ensure accuracy,completeness, and alignment with the overall tender strategy.

Support the management team duringthe Expression of Interest (EOI) and pre-tender stages by assessing tender invitations, identifying key risk factors, and estimating the required resources (materials, equipment, manpower) to develop reliable cost estimates for bid decisions.

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Coordination:
Participate in meetings with Technical, Planning, and Operations teams during the tender stage to optimize construction methodology and achieve cost efficiency.

• Success Rate Monitoring:
  Track and evaluate tender success rates to identify trends, performance indicators, and areas for strategic improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor'sdegree in Civil Engineering orrelated field
• 10–15years of relevant experience in estimation, with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial capacity
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and market pricing
• Proficient in estimation software (CCS) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellentnegotiation, leadership, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines