Head of Estimation

Black & Grey HR; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Grey in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is seeking a Head of Estimation to lead the estimation function for bespoke interior, decorative and specialist contracting projects. You will oversee tendering, BOQs, and cost planning, ensuring competitive pricing and project profitability.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, commercial acumen, and experience managing end-to-end tender processes from enquiry to handover.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Strong estimation experience in interiors, fit-out or specialist contracting.
• Proven leadership of an estimation team and multiple tenders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimation team and oversee end-to-end tendering and pricing activities.
• Prepare and review BOQs, quantity take-offs, cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and project requirements to ensure accurate costing.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies, budgets and cost breakdowns for materials, labour and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with procurement, suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
• Identify cost optimisation opportunities, commercial risks and value engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with management, design and project teams to ensure pricing accuracy and project profitability.
• Maintain cost databases, estimation benchmarks and standard pricing procedures

Skills

Team leadership

Tendering management

Cost planning

Estimating accuracy

Analytical mindset

Education

Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 09/10/2026

Black & Grey is recruiting for a leading interiors and decorative solutions company specialising in bespoke design and execution, based in Dubai, UAE.The Head of Estimation will lead the estimation and cost planning function, overseeing the preparation of accurate and commercially competitive cost estimates for bespoke interior, decorative and specialist contracting projects. The role requires strong technical knowledge, commercial acumen and the ability to manage the complete tendering and estimation process, from initial enquiry and quantity take-offs through to final submission and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the estimation team and oversee end-to-end tendering and pricing activities.
• Prepare and review BOQs, quantity take-offs, cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and project requirements to ensure accurate costing.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies, budgets and cost breakdowns for materials, labour and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with procurement, suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
• Identify cost optimisation opportunities, commercial risks and value engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with management, design and project teams to ensure pricing accuracy and project profitability.
• Maintain cost databases, estimation benchmarks and standard pricing procedures

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Extensive experience in estimation within interiors, fit-out, decorative solutions or specialist contracting.
• Proven experience leading an estimation team and managing multiple tenders.
• Strong expertise in BOQs, quantity take-offs, cost planning and tender pricing.
• Knowledge of UAE construction costs, suppliers and subcontractor markets.
• Proficiency in estimation software, AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation and leadership skills.