Civil Estimation Manager: Tender Strategy & Costing

TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES in Abu Dhabi invites an experienced Estimation Manager to lead project cost estimation across tender stages. You will coordinate with estimation teams, procurement and contracts to ensure cost-efficient bids, manage risks, and drive digitalization within the function.

Ideal candidates bring extensive experience in estimation for construction projects, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• 15–20 years of relevant estimation experience with at least 5 years in a managerial capacity.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods and market pricing.
• Proficiency in estimation software (CCS) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent negotiation, leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review and finalize project cost estimates aligned with BOQ, scope, and client specs.
• Negotiate with subcontractors for competitive offers and alignment with budgets.
• Review Tender Reports and Site Visit Reports for accuracy and strategy alignment.
• Collaborate with Contracts to review terms, highlighting major risks and liabilities.
• Coordinate with Technical Planning and Operations to optimize methodology and costs.
• Finalize indirect/direct costs and consolidate tender documentation.
• Develop tender risk registers and present mitigation plans.
• Prepare top sheet and tender summaries; coordinate with Estimation Manager for submission.
• Attend pre/post-tender meetings with clients and consultants.
• Supervise estimation teams and guide quality output; support team development.
• Prepare execution budgets for awarded projects for handover to operations.
• Lead digitalization and automation initiatives within the estimation function.
• Drive value engineering to propose cost-effective alternatives without compromising design.
• Analyze outcomes to extract learnings and improve practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Construction materials knowledge

Market pricing knowledge

CCS estimation software

Microsoft Office Suite

Tender management

Education

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

CCS estimation software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES in Abu Dhabi invites an experienced Estimation Manager to lead project cost estimation across tender stages. You will coordinate with estimation teams, procurement and contracts to ensure cost-efficient bids, manage risks, and drive digitalization within the function.

Ideal candidates bring extensive experience in estimation for construction projects, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines.