Senior Estimator Fit-out & Joinery

al-majid; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Estimator – Interior Fit-Out at al-majid is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for interior fit-out, joinery, and refurbishment projects in Dubai. Responsibilities include reviewing tender drawings and contracts, performing quantity take-offs, obtaining quotations, and developing detailed cost estimates and pricing.

You will coordinate with design, procurement, engineering and project teams during the tender stage, attend site visits, maintain cost

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of interior fit-out materials, finishes, and construction methods.
• Proficiency in quantity take-offs, BOQ preparation, and cost estimation.
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD, Excel, and Bluebeam or similar software.
• Familiarity with estimation software such as Candy CCS, CostX, PlanSwift.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Review tender drawings, specifications, BOQs, and contract documents.
• Prepare quantity take-offs for architectural fit-out, joinery, ceilings, flooring, partitions, finishes, and MEP.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and pricing for interior fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Analyse project scope, identify risks, and highlight exclusions or value engineering opportunities.
• Prepare comprehensive tender submissions, cost breakdowns, and commercial proposals.
• Coordinate with the design, procurement, engineering, and project teams during the tender stage.
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings to assess project requirements.
• Update and maintain cost databases, supplier price lists, and historical project costs.
• Assist in budget preparation, cost planning, and feasibility studies.
• Participate in tender clarifications, negotiations, and post-tender meetings.
• Ensure estimates comply with company standards, project specifications, and client requirements.
• Support the handover of awarded projects to the operations team.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

BOQ preparation

Cost estimation

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

Candy CCS

CostX

PlanSwift

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

Candy CCS

CostX

PlanSwift

Job description

The Estimator – Interior Fit-Out is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for interior fit-out, joinery, and refurbishment projects. The role involves reviewing tender documents, preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQs), obtaining supplier and subcontractor quotations, conducting quantity take-offs, and supporting the commercial team in securing profitable projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Review tender drawings, specifications, BOQs, and contract documents.
• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs for architectural fit-out, joinery, ceilings, flooring, partitions, finishes, and MEP works.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and pricing for interior fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Analyse project scope, identify risks, and highlight exclusions or value engineering opportunities.
• Prepare comprehensive tender submissions, cost breakdowns, and commercial proposals.
• Coordinate with the design, procurement, engineering, and project teams during the tender stage.
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings to assess project requirements.
• Update and maintain cost databases, supplier price lists, and historical project costs.
• Assist in budget preparation, cost planning, and feasibility studies.
• Participate in tender clarifications, negotiations, and post-tender meetings.
• Ensure estimates comply with company standards, project specifications, and client requirements.
• Support the handover of awarded projects to the operations team.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of interior fit-out materials, finishes, and construction methods.
• Proficiency in quantity take-offs, BOQ preparation, and cost estimation.
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and Bluebeam or similar quantity take-off software.
• Familiarity with estimation software such as Candy CCS, CostX, PlanSwift, or equivalent is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and commercial acumen.

Benefits

• As per Company Norms