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Abroad Work; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Dubai is seeking a hardworking Construction Estimator to join their team. The role involves estimating project costs by analyzing proposals, blueprints, and various documents. Ideal candidates should have a BA in engineering or construction science and solid experience in project estimation. This position offers opportunities to engage in complex analysis and build relationships with vendors.

Qualifications

• Previous working experience as a construction estimator.
• In-depth knowledge of project management.
• Hands-on experience with complex data research activities.

Responsibilities

• Explore documentation to understand project requirements.
• Prepare relevant and reliable forecasts.
• Create and present reports to upper management.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Education

BA in engineering, construction science or similar

Tools

Timberline

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Overview

Construction Estimators are responsible for estimating the work of particular projects. They estimate work by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. They estimate labor, material, and time requirements in order to compute the overall cost of the project. We are looking for a hardworking Construction Estimator to join our team. As a Construction Estimator, your main responsibility will be to estimate the work of particular projects by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.

Responsibilities

• Explore documentation in order to gain a deep understanding of the project requirements
• Select, measure and track important metrics
• Visit sites, warehouses and other venues necessary to do the estimate
• Perform complex analysis of collected data and metrics
• Prepare relevant and reliable forecasts
• Conduct complex risk analysis activities
• Create and present reports to upper management
• Analyze and evaluate offers
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key vendors
• Previous working experience as a construction estimator for (x) years
• In-depth knowledge of project management
• Hands-on experience with complex data research activities
• Good understanding of data analysis methods and KPIs
• Familiarity with computer programs such as Timberline or HCSS HeavyBid
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Critical-thinker and problem-solver

Qualifications

• BA in engineering, construction science or similar relevant field