Estimation Manager - Post Contract

Confidential Company; Umm Al Quwain; On-site; AED 390,600 - 613,800; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in the UAE seeks an experienced Estimation Manager to lead cost estimation for high-rise villas, mixed-use, and infrastructure projects. You will manage a team of estimation engineers and QS, ensuring accurate BOQs and timely tender submissions.

This role requires 10–12 years in estimation, 3–5 years in management, and 5–10 years UAE experience, with proficiency in Candy, CostX, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Postgraduate qualification in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying preferred.
• 10–12 years of relevant estimation experience, with 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong exposure to high-rise, villa, infrastructure, or large-scale construction projects.
• 5–10 years of mandatory experience in the UAE in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end estimation for high-rise villas, mixed-use, and infrastructure projects.
• Oversee cost estimates and BOQs based on drawings, scope, and specs.
• Review take-offs, inputs, and rate analyses prepared by the estimation team.
• Ensure timely tender documentation aligned with client requirements.
• Mentor and supervise a team of estimation engineers and QS.
• Provide regular reports on estimate accuracy, budget alignment, and trends.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, policies, and audit requirements.
• Participate in post-tender negotiations and handover of projects.

Skills

Cost estimation

BOQ preparation

Tendering

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Tools

Candy

CostX

Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end‑to‑end estimation process for high‑rise villas, mixed‑use, and infrastructure projects.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate cost estimates and BOQs based on project drawings, scope, and specifications.
• Review and validate quantity take‑offs, cost inputs, and rate analysis prepared by the estimation team.
• Ensure timely submission of tender documentation in alignment with client requirements.
• Manage internal estimation databases and maintain updated unit rates, productivity norms, and cost benchmarks.
• Lead the preparation of competitive tender documents, including technical and commercial components.
• Coordinate with design, planning, procurement, and other internal teams to gather relevant data.
• Analyze tender documents, identify risks, and suggest pricing strategies.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of estimation engineers and quantity surveyors.
• Review team output for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Provide regular reports on estimate accuracy, budget alignment, tender success rate, and cost trends.
• Ensure adherence to internal SOPs, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Participate in post‑tender negotiations and handover of awarded projects to execution teams.
• Maintain a high level of autonomy, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all estimates and tender submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Postgraduate qualification in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying preferred.
• 10–12 years of relevant estimation experience, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong exposure to high‑rise, villa, infrastructure, or large‑scale construction projects.
• 5–10 years of mandatory experience in the UAE in a similar role.

Skills

• Expertise in cost estimation, BOQ preparation, and tendering processes.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and market pricing.
• Proficiency in estimation software (e.g., Candy, CostX, Excel).
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and communication abilities.
• Detail‑oriented with high accuracy in quantity and cost computations.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Internal Estimation, Commercial, Planning, Procurement, Design, Quantity Surveying, Execution, Finance, and Legal teams.
• External vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, consultants, and client representatives.