Estimator

Al Khayam Al Arabiah Tents & Shades LLC; Sharjah; On-site; AED 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Khayam Al Arabiah Tents & Shades LLC in Sharjah seeks a seasoned Tender Estimator to drive cost forecasting for landscaping projects. You will analyze drawings, prepare BOQs, and liaise with suppliers to ensure accurate pricing and competitive bids.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and 2–5 years' estimating experience in landscaping or related construction, with UAE market familiarity and strong Excel and take-off software skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• 2–5 years of estimating experience, ideally in landscaping, hardscaping, or related construction sectors.
• UAE market experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Study tender documents drawings specifications and BOQ for landscaping projects.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates covering materials soft hard landscaping plants irrigation paving pergolas etc labor equipment and subcontractor costs.
• Carry out site visits measurements when required to verify scope and quantities.
• Source and obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors for pricing accuracy.
• Prepare BOQs and take-offs from architectural landscape drawings.
• Analyze project specifications to identify potential risks value engineering opportunities and cost-saving alternatives.
• Compile and submit tender proposal documents within deadlines.
• Coordinate with design procurement and site teams to ensure estimates align with actual project execution capability.
• Maintain a database of historical costs supplier rates and market pricing trends.
• Track and update estimates during project negotiation phases.
• Support post-award handover of estimated budgets to the project site team.

Skills

Estimating

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

MS Excel

Drawing interpretation

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

MS Excel

Take-off software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Study tender documents drawings specifications and Bills of Quantities BOQ for landscaping projects
• Prepare detailed cost estimates covering materials soft hard landscaping plants irrigation paving pergolas etc labor equipment and subcontractor costs
• Carry out site visits measurements when required to verify scope and quantities
• Source and obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors for pricing accuracy
• Prepare BOQs and take-offs from architectural landscape drawings
• Analyze project specifications to identify potential risks value engineering opportunities and cost‑saving alternatives
• Compile and submit tender proposal documents within deadlines
• Coordinate with design procurement and site teams to ensure estimates align with actual project execution capability
• Maintain a database of historical costs supplier rates and market pricing trends
• Track and update estimates during project negotiation phases
• Support post‑award handover of estimated budgets to the project site team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)
• 2–5 years of estimating experience, ideally in landscaping, hardscaping, or related construction sectors
• UAE market experience preferred

Skills

• Strong knowledge of landscaping materials, methods, and market rates
• Proficiency in estimating/take-off software (e.g., AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar) and MS Excel
• Ability to read and interpret landscape architectural drawings and specifications
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Good negotiation skills with suppliers and subcontractors
• Attention to detail and ability to work under tender deadline pressure
• Good communication skills for coordinating across departments