Lead Estimation Manager – Construction & Infrastructure

TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES is seeking an experienced Estimation Manager in Abu Dhabi to lead the estimation function for construction and infrastructure projects.

You will manage tender submissions, develop cost estimates, review BOQs, and coordinate with Engineering, Procurement and Project teams to ensure successful bids.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of FIDIC contracts, and proficiency in Excel and estimating software.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of estimation experience with 5+ years in a managerial role.
• Experience on roads, bridges, rail, tunnelling or major buildings.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation, BOQs, tendering, FIDIC, and value engineering.
• Proficient in Excel and estimation software and ERP systems.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and submission of technical and commercial tenders.
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications and BOQs.
• Develop accurate cost estimates, budgets and pricing strategies.
• Manage quantity take-offs and validate project cost calculations.
• Coordinate with Procurement to obtain supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify project risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Review bid proposals to ensure compliance with client and contractual requirements.
• Support contract negotiations and project handover to execution teams.
• Monitor estimating processes and maintain historical cost databases.
• Mentor and guide the estimation team to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cost estimation

Tendering procedures

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Candy CCS

CostX

PlanSwift

ERP systems

Job description

TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES is seeking an experienced Estimation Manager in Abu Dhabi to lead the estimation function for construction and infrastructure projects.

You will manage tender submissions, develop cost estimates, review BOQs, and coordinate with Engineering, Procurement and Project teams to ensure successful bids.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of FIDIC contracts, and proficiency in Excel and estimating software.