Estimation Engineer - Joinery Division

Alpago; Dubai; On-site; AED 320,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpago Manufacturing in Dubai, UAE is seeking an experienced Estimation Engineer to deliver accurate cost and quantity estimates for joinery works, supporting tendering and variation orders from take-off to submission. You will review client drawings, ensure alignment with specifications, and document assumptions.

With 8–10 years in estimation, preferably in joinery or interior fit-out, you will use MS Excel, AutoCAD, and take-off software to prepare BOQs, support bids, and respond promptly to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
• 8–10 years of estimation experience in joinery, interior fit-out, or furniture manufacturing.
• Proficiency in take-off and estimation software, MS Excel, and AutoCAD.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Good communication skills for coordination with clients, consultants, and internal departments.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, layouts, and details from the client and suggest practical alternatives.
• Ensure accuracy of cost and quantity estimates for joinery works per requirements.
• Carry out variance analysis to improve cost estimation accuracy.
• Perform quantity take-offs from drawings and prepare accurate BOQs.
• Maintain documentation of assumptions and exclusions made during estimation.
• Prepare and submit estimates for tenders and variation orders on time.
• Work efficiently and meet tight tender submission timelines.
• Provide prompt responses to RFQs and clarifications from clients or consultants.
• Follow up on approvals or feedback and maintain correspondence records.
• Prepare and maintain a unit rate list for standard items.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

AutoCAD

Take-off software

Job description

Location: Alpago Manufacturing, Dubai, UAE

JOB PURPOSE

The Estimation Engineer is responsible for producing accurate, timely, and well-documented cost and quantity estimates for joinery works, ensuring alignment with client, consultant, and project specifications, and supporting the tendering and variation order process from take-off through to submission.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review received presentations, drawings, layouts, and details from the client, and suggest practical alternatives before proceeding to the estimation.
• Ensure accuracy of cost and quantity estimates for joinery works in line with client, consultant, and project requirements and specifications.
• Carry out comparison of estimates versus actual costs and conduct variance analysis to improve
• Perform correct quantity take-offs from drawings and prepare accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Maintain proper documentation of all assumptions and exclusions made during the estimation process.
• Prepare and submit estimates for tenders and variation orders in a timely manner.
• Work efficiently and meet deadlines under pressure, including tight tender submission timelines.
• Provide prompt responses to Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and clarification requests from clients or consultants.
• Follow up on pending approvals or feedback from clients/consultants and maintain proper records of correspondence and status.
• Prepare and maintain a unit rate list for standard items to support faster and more consistent estimation.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in estimation, preferably within joinery, interior fit-out, or furniture manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of joinery materials, construction methods, and industry specifications.
• Proficiency in take-off and estimation software, MS Excel, and AutoCAD (drawing interpretation).
• Strong analytical, numerical, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Good communication skills for coordination with clients, consultants, and internal departments.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple estimates/deadlines simultaneously