Job description

Core Responsibilities:

1. Cost Estimation & Quantity Take-Off

• Analyze engineering blueprints, architectural drawings, and technical specifications to understand project scopes.
• Perform detailed Quantity Take-Offs (QTO) to calculate exact material quantities needed for project implementation.
• Calculate total costs for labor hours, heavy equipment rentals, transport, and administrative overheads.

2. Bidding & Proposal Preparation

• Prepare accurate Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and detailed cost breakdowns for tender submittals.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers and Bid Managers to compile comprehensive, competitive bid proposals.
• Review Bid Bulletins and amend project cost estimates dynamically according to changing project specifications.

3. Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination

• Canvass current market prices for specialized materials, tools, and industrial equipment.
• Source and evaluate quotes from material suppliers and technical subcontractors to secure the best pricing.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing terms with suppliers to maintain target project profit margins.

4. Risk Management & Profit Analysis

• Identify potential commercial risks, material price fluctuations, and hidden constraints in project plans.
• Assess cost-effectiveness by evaluating alternative installation methods or materials (Value Engineering).
• Maintain an updated database of material costs, labor rates, and historical estimation data for future bidding references.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or any related technical discipline.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Excel, and specialized estimation software.
• Competencies: Strong numerical accuracy, sharp analytical skills, contract negotiation abilities, and reading complex architectural/MEPFS layouts.
• Soft Skills: Excellent time management to meet strict bidding deadlines, clear written communication, and strong attention to detail.

Job summary

Calculates total construction costs by analyzing blueprints, doing quantity take-offs, and sourcing supplier quotes to prepare profitable project bids.