Estimator

Lootah Holding LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lootah Holding LLC in Dubai seeks an experienced Estimator to lead cost estimation for fit-out projects. You will study drawings, prepare BOQs, solicit and evaluate supplier quotations, and develop pricing strategies for competitive tenders.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of estimator experience in interior design or fit-out environments, with strong MS Excel, AutoCAD, and estimation software skills. You will coordinate with design teams and suppliers to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience as an estimator in a fit-out/interior design company (mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of joinery, interiors, materials, finishes, and MEP basics.
• Proficiency in reading drawings, technical specifications, and tender documents.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel, AutoCAD, and estimation software/tools.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Study project drawings, specifications and scope of work to prepare accurate cost estimates.
• Prepare BOQs for fit-out elements including joinery, gypsum works, flooring, painting, glass, metal, and MEP items.
• Request, receive, and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Analyse material, labour, equipment, and subcontracting costs to prepare competitive pricing.
• Conduct site visits to assess technical requirements and measurement accuracy.
• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and pricing sheets for management review.
• Prepare tender submissions including technical and financial proposals.
• Ensure all tender requirements and documents are fully completed and compliant.
• Assist in preparing value engineering options to improve cost competitiveness.
• Coordinate with design team to align drawings and specifications with pricing.
• Work closely with procurement to source materials and update pricing databases.
• Liaise with project managers to understand historical costing and execution challenges.
• Communicate with suppliers and subcontractors to negotiate best prices and terms.
• Review project changes/variations and prepare variation cost estimates.
• Maintain an updated database for material rates, labor costs, and subcontractor pricing.
• Prepare weekly estimation status reports for management.
• Archive project files, quotes, BOQs, and tender documents for future reference.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tender submissions

Project coordination

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

MS Excel

AutoCAD

Estimation software

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Estimation & Costing:
  • Study project drawings, specifications, and scope of work to prepare accurate cost estimates.
  • Prepare BOQs (Bill of Quantities)forall fit‑out elements including joinery, gypsum works, flooring, painting, glass, metal, and MEP items.
  • Request, receive, and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Analyse material, labour, equipment, and subcontracting costs to prepare competitive pricing.
  • Conduct site visits (when required) to assess technical requirements and measurement accuracy.
  • Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and pricing sheetsformanagement review.
• Tender & Proposal Preparation
  • Prepare tender submissions including technical and financial proposals.
  • Ensure all tender requirements and documents are fully completed and compliant.
  • Assist in preparing value engineering options to improve cost competitiveness.
  • Coordinate with design team to align drawings and specifications with pricing.
• Coordination & Communication
  • Work closely with procurement to source materials and update pricing databases.
  • Liaise with project managers to understand historical costing and execution challenges.
  • Communicate with suppliers and subcontractors to negotiate best prices and terms.
  • Review project changes/variations and prepare variation cost estimates.
• Reporting & Documentation:
  • Maintain an updated databaseformaterial rates, labor costs, and subcontractor pricing.
  • Prepare weekly estimation status reportsformanagement.
  • Archive project files, quotes, BOQs, and tender documentsforfuture reference.

Qualifications andExperienceRequired:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience as anEstimatorin a fit‑out / interior design company (mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of joinery, interiors, materials, finishes, and MEP basics.
• Proficiency in reading drawings, technical specifications, and tender documents.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel, AutoCAD, and estimation software/tools.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders with tight deadlines.