Senior Estimator – Tendering, Costing & Risk Leadership

Shanghai Tunnel (Hong Kong) Company Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Shanghai Tunnel (Hong Kong) Company Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead tendering and cost estimation for major engineering and construction projects. You will prepare detailed estimates, coordinate with project teams and JV partners, manage subcontractor submissions, and contribute to bid strategies while identifying commercial risks.

Excellent analytical, negotiation, and data management skills are required, along with proficiency in cost estimating software and advanced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil/Building Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• HKIS or RICS (or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of construction estimating and tendering experience.
• Proficient in cost estimating software and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and cost-precision skills.
• Proficient in English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tender submissions with detailed BQ measurement and cost calculations.
• Evaluate contract conditions and site constraints to identify commercial risks and mitigation strategies.
• Issue tender enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers; perform bid comparisons and negotiate pricing/terms.
• Build, update, and maintain cost databases, benchmarks, and pre-qualified subcontractor registers.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, QS/Commercial teams, engineering staff, and JV partners.
• Lead post-tender clarifications and handovers to project execution teams.

Skills

Cost estimation software

Excel (Advanced)

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication (English/Chinese)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying / Civil or Building Engineering / Construction Management

Professional qualification (HKIS / RICS) preferred

Tools

MS Office

Digital measurement tools

Job description

Shanghai Tunnel (Hong Kong) Company Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead tendering and cost estimation for major engineering and construction projects. You will prepare detailed estimates, coordinate with project teams and JV partners, manage subcontractor submissions, and contribute to bid strategies while identifying commercial risks.

Excellent analytical, negotiation, and data management skills are required, along with proficiency in cost estimating software and advanced