Estimator - Luxury Interiors & Custom Millwork

Rigid Industries FZC; Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Rigid Industries FZC in Sharjah is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for joinery, millwork, metal and glass elements for luxury interiors and related security products. You will review drawings, specifications, and BOQs, perform quantity take-offs, and develop detailed bid proposals for timely project delivery.

You will collaborate with sales, design, engineering, and production teams, update cost databases, support value engineering, and contribute to budgeting

Qualifications

• Strong estimating skills for interior fit-out, joinery, millwork, metal and glass fabrication, and security products.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural drawings, technical specifications, and BOQs.
• Experience with cost analysis, quantity take-offs, and development of detailed cost breakdowns.
• Working knowledge of estimation and office software (e.g., Excel, ERP or estimation tools, and basic CAD familiarity).
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and production workflows in a factory environment.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for coordinating with sales, design, engineering, suppliers, and production teams.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple tenders or projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines.
• Relevant technical diploma or bachelor’s degree in engineering, quantity surveying, construction, or a related field.
• Previous experience as an Estimator in joinery, interiors, fit-out, or related manufacturing sectors within the UAE or GCC is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements to prepare accurate cost estimates for joinery, millwork, metal, glass, and bespoke interior elements.
• Perform quantity take-offs and develop detailed estimate breakdowns and bid proposals.
• Obtain supplier quotations and update cost databases.
• Collaborate with sales, design, engineering and production teams to clarify technical details and optimize solutions.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for ongoing and upcoming projects.

Skills

Estimating skills

Reading drawings

Cost analysis

Quantity take-offs

Material costing

Labor costing

ERP tools

CAD familiarity

Attention to detail

Communication and collaboration

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Quantity surveying background

Tools

Excel

ERP tools

CAD

Job description

Rigid Industries FZC in Sharjah is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for joinery, millwork, metal and glass elements for luxury interiors and related security products. You will review drawings, specifications, and BOQs, perform quantity take-offs, and develop detailed bid proposals for timely project delivery.

You will collaborate with sales, design, engineering, and production teams, update cost databases, support value engineering, and contribute to budgeting