Cost Estimator — CSA

JAKSON Group; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

JAKSON Group is seeking a Cost Estimator – CSA for Delhi/Mumbai, India. You will prepare accurate quantity take-offs and priced BOQs for civil, structural, and architectural scopes on data center bids. This role demands hands-on BIM and CAD-based take-offs and strong cost analysis.

Responsibilities include developing unit-rate analyses, coordinating inquiries, and supporting value-engineering while logging assumptions and maintaining archives.

Responsibilities

• Take off quantities from tender drawings, BIM models, and specifications for earthworks, concrete, steel, masonry, finishes, waterproofing, and external works.
• Prepare BOQs in client or internal formats with a clear measurement basis and assumptions log.
• Build unit-rate analyses covering materials, labor productivity, plant, subcontractor rates, and overheads.
• Float inquiries to subcontractors and suppliers; prepare comparative statements and normalize quotes.
• Price DC-specific items: equipment plinths and foundations, raised floors, precast elements, security walls, and fire-rated construction.
• Flag scope gaps, drawing conflicts, and specification ambiguities for clarification.
• Support value-engineering studies with quantity and cost deltas.
• Maintain the take-off archive and update the cost database with awarded rates.

Job description

1- Cost Estimator – CSA | Delhi / Mumbai, India

Grade / Level

L3

Job Requirements

1- Cost Estimator – CSA | Delhi / Mumbai, India

Function / Department

Estimation

Grade / Level

L3

Reports To

CSA Estimation Manager

Location / Base

Delhi / Mumbai, India

Employment Type

Permanent

Travel

Frequent regional travel — occasional site visits

1- Purpose Of The Role (Job Summary)

Prepare accurate quantity take-offs and priced BOQs for civil, structural, and architectural scopes on data center bids.

2- Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Take off quantities from tender drawings, BIM models, and specifications: earthworks, concrete, steel, masonry, finishes, waterproofing, and external works.
• Prepare BOQs in client or internal formats with a clear measurement basis and assumptions log.
• Build unit-rate analyses covering materials, labor productivity, plant, subcontractor rates, and overheads.
• Float inquiries to subcontractors and suppliers; prepare comparative statements and normalize quotes.
• Price DC-specific items: equipment plinths and foundations, raised floors, precast elements, security walls, and fire-rated construction.
• Flag scope gaps, drawing conflicts, and specification ambiguities for clarification.
• Support value-engineering studies with quantity and cost deltas.
• Maintain the take-off archive and update the cost database with awarded rates.

3- Key Performance Indicators

• Quantity variance vs award or re-measure within ±3%.
• BOQs and comparative statements delivered on time per bid plan.
• At least 3 quotes per major package.
• No unlogged assumptions in submitted estimates.

4- Qualifications & Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
• Working knowledge of IS measurement standards; CPWD/DSR familiarity and CDCP are an advantage.

5- Experience

• 7–10 years in civil estimation or quantity surveying on industrial, commercial, or EPC projects.
• Data center or other mission-critical exposure preferred.
• Hands‑on BIM and CAD-based take-off experience.

6- Competencies

• Meticulous measurement and documentation discipline.
• Advanced Excel; AutoCAD/Revit take-off tools; CostX, Candy, or equivalent.
• Fast and accurate under tender deadlines.
• Clear written communication of assumptions and exclusions.
• Detail Orientation, problem-solving

Technical Skills

Quantity take-off, BOQ preparation, rate analysis, AutoCAD, Revit, and estimation software.

Key Interfaces

• Internal: CSA Estimation Manager, proposal team, design office (CSA), SCM.
• External: CSA subcontractors and material suppliers during inquiry cycles.

Special Conditions

High workload during bid periods.