Senior Estimation Engineer

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants is seeking a Senior Estimation Engineer in the Civil department to prepare project costs for bids and manage estimating activities. The role involves close collaboration with project managers and site engineers to ensure accurate cost data and competitive proposals.

The ideal candidate will have a civil engineering background, strong analytical skills, and experience with estimating software and IFC drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Strong math and analytical skills required.
• Experience identifying quantities and market prices for materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labour and equipment.
• Submit techno-commercial proposals to clients or project stakeholders.
• Review scope of work and related drawings to refine estimates.
• Monitor costs and adjust estimates as needed.

Skills

Cost estimation

Civil engineering

Cost control

Data analysis

Read drawings

Communication

Negotiation

Estimating software

IFC drawings

Education

BSc Civil Eng

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Position - Senior estimation engineer - Civil Department - Estimation Purpose - Prepare project costs for various civil projects to prepare competitive and profitable bids.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labour, and equipment
• Prepare techno commercial proposals and submitting them to clients or project stakeholders
• Review and analyze the scope of work, along with all related drawings
• Monitor project costs and adjust estimates as necessary
• Provide cost advice throughout the project lifecycle
• Participate in project meetings to offer insights and recommendations on cost-related matters
• Maintain and update a database of cost information for various construction materials and labour rates
• Ensure compliance with relevant building codes and regulations
• Evaluate subcontractors\' bids and negotiating contracts
• Conduct site visits to gather data and assess project feasibility
• Collaborate with project managers, project engineers and site engineers
• Analyze project requirements to identify potential risks and cost-saving opportunities
• Utilize specialized software for estimating purposes
• Coordinate closely with the Planning Engineer to prepare a high-level timeline schedule along with the technical and commercial proposal
• Share the prepared BOQ with the Quantity Surveyor for distribution across the relevant departments
• Upon project award, notify all departments to initiate the preparation of the required project documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Strong experience in identifying required materials, along with a good understanding of their approximate market prices
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints and specifications
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of construction industry practices and standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong understanding of construction methods and materials
• Proven track record of successful project cost estimation
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Knowledge of local building codes and regulations
• Experience in preparing bids for large-scale civil engineering projects
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Flexible to visit project sites frequently during the tendering stage to ensure that the estimated costs are accurate and aligned with project requirements
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Expertise in interpreting architectural, structural, and IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings, shop drawings
• Key Competencies Strong understanding of construction methods, material specifications, and standard codes