Junior Cost Estimator

NMDC Dredging & Marine; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable marine construction company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Cost Estimator to assist in delivering comprehensive cost estimations for tenders. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and preferably knowledge in dredging and marine projects. This role involves data analysis, project planning, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role within the industry.
• Experience in dredging and marine projects is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Cost Estimator in delivering thorough cost estimations for tenders.
• Collect relevant information from various stakeholders.
• Process data into clear budgets and estimates.
• Assess proposals/prices from sub-contractors.
• Maintain a database of prices/quotes from suppliers.

Skills

Cost estimation

Data analysis

Project planning

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Senior Cost Estimator in delivering thorough, independent, and complete cost estimations for tenders.
• Collect all relevant information needed from the production estimator, design engineer, tender manager, and/or from site visits.
• Process all gathered data into clear and cost-optimal budgets and cost estimates, including planning and work sequencing.
• Regularly consult with colleagues from the commercial department and the project manager about costs.
• Assess proposals/prices from sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Ensure gathered data and budget information are maintained, and knowledge is transferred to project management and the commercial department.
• Assist in preparing tender/quotation documents for tendering purposes.
• Ensure maintenance of a database containing prices/quotes from sub-contractors.
• Closely collaborate with the senior cost estimator, production estimator, colleagues from the commercial department, and the tender manager.
• Study and analyze bids/tenders both technically and commercially; write scope clarifications.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and assumptions made within the cost estimation.
• Apply technical skills with thorough knowledge of estimating principles.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role within the industry.
• Experience in dredging and marine projects is highly preferred.