Estimation Engineer – Residential Refurbishment Projects

Plum Jobs; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Plum Jobs is seeking an UAE experienced Estimation Engineer for its Dubai team. The role covers the estimating process from tender review to bid submission, delivering accurate cost evaluations and technical proposals to support project acquisition.

The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years’ UAE experience in construction-related estimation, with strong skills in cost estimation, pricing, AutoCAD and Excel, and a UAE driving license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or related discipline is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years' UAE experience as an Estimation Engineer in refurbishment, concrete repair or structural rehabilitation.
• Proven experience preparing cost estimates, BOQs and tender submissions for construction projects.
• Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills with advanced Excel capability.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications and BOQs to prepare accurate estimates and tender submissions.
• Conduct site visits to verify measurements and project requirements for pricing.
• Prepare pricing schedules, cost breakdowns and technical proposals.
• Source and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations for competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants and internal teams to develop tender solutions.

Skills

Estimating & cost control

Tender submissions

Project costing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

Our client is a well‑established building contractor specializing in refurbishment, concrete repair and structural rehabilitation projects up to AED 10M across the UAE.

We are recruiting a UAE experienced Estimation Engineer to join their Dubai team. The successful candidate will manage the estimating process from tender review and site assessment through to bid submission, preparing accurate cost evaluations and technical proposals to support successful project acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications and BOQs to prepare accurate cost estimates, quantity take‑offs and commercially competitive tender submissions.
• Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions, verify measurements and identify project requirements to support accurate pricing.
• Prepare pricing schedules, cost breakdowns and AutoCAD drawings to support technical and commercial proposals.
• Source and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure competitive pricing and cost accuracy.
• Work closely with clients, consultants and internal teams to clarify technical requirements and develop effective tender solutions.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ UAE experience as an Estimation Engineer within construction, refurbishment, concrete repair or structural rehabilitation projects.
• Proven experience preparing cost estimates, BOQs, quantity take‑offs and tender submissions for construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, project costing and pricing principles.
• Proficient in AutoCAD with the ability to review and amend technical drawings.
• Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills with advanced Excel capability.
• Excellent organization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tenders and meet submission deadlines.
• UAE driving license is mandatory.

Candidate Profile

• Currently residing in the UAE.
• Good command of written and verbal English.
• A proactive and detail‑oriented professional with strong commercial awareness and the ability to take ownership of multiple tender submissions in a fast‑paced construction environment.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a related discipline is mandatory.