Lead Estimator
Job in
Batam, Indonesia
Listed on 2026-10-11
Listing for:
Austin Engineering Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
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Construction
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering, Procurement / Purchasing -
Engineering
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering, Procurement / Purchasing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and/or civil construction projects.
- Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project requirements.
- Perform quantity take-offs and pricing analysis.
- Develop conceptual, preliminary, and final estimates.
- Evaluate labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and overhead costs.
- Identify value-engineering opportunities and cost-saving alternatives.
- Lead the bid preparation and submission process.
- Review bid invitations and determine project feasibility.
- Coordinate bid schedules and deadlines.
- Prepare bid packages and scope documents for subcontractors and suppliers.
- Analyze and compare subcontractor quotations to ensure completeness and competitiveness.
- Supervise and mentor estimators and junior estimating staff.
- Establish estimating standards, procedures, and best practices.
- Review estimates prepared by team members for accuracy and consistency.
- Provide technical guidance throughout the estimating cycle.
- Collaborate with project managers, operations teams, engineers, and clients.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client presentations.
- Support project handoff meetings after award to ensure smooth project execution.
- Maintain historical cost databases and estimating records.
- Assess project risks and recommend contingency allocations.
- Review contract terms, scope gaps, and exclusions.
- Identify potential cost impacts and procurement challenges.
- Support negotiations with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of construction estimating experience.
- 3+ years in a senior or lead estimating role.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, equipment, and procurement practices.
- Experience in heavy fabrication, mining equipment manufacturing, structural steel, or engineering projects is highly preferred.
- Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Cost estimating and budgeting
- Quantity take-offs
- Bid management
- Contract and scope analysis
- Leadership and team development
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Time management and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication
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