Electrical Estimation Engineer

Whitefield Careers; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitefield Careers in Chennai seeks an experienced Electrical Estimation Engineer to prepare accurate cost estimates for modular construction projects. You will perform QTO, load and lighting calculations, and develop detailed BOQs for electrical systems, collaborating with procurement and design teams.

Proficiency with Kreo software or similar estimation tools, 2–6 years' experience in building construction, MEP, EPC or prefab projects, and a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering are required;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 2–6 years of electrical estimation experience for building construction, MEP, EPC, PEB, modular, or prefab projects.
• Proficiency in QTO/BOQ preparation, load/lighting/wiring calculations, and cost estimation.

Responsibilities

• Electrical quantity take-offs from drawings, DARs and design documents.
• Perform electrical load, lighting, wiring calculations and other estimation tasks.
• Prepare BOQs for electrical systems (power distribution, lighting, earthing, conduits, etc.).
• Use Kreo and other estimation tools for quantity extraction and cost estimation.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and cost breakdowns for tender submissions.
• Coordinate with Procurement to obtain vendor quotations and pricing.

Skills

QTO

BOQ

Load calculations

Lighting calculations

Wiring calculations

Cost estimation

RFQ/RFI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Kreo

Job description

Role - Electrical Estimation Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimation Engineer to support the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates for modular construction projects. The role involves electrical quantity take-offs, technical calculations, rate analysis, vendor coordination, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure commercially viable and technically compliant bids.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Estimation & Quantity Take-Off

• Prepare detailed electrical quantity take-offs (QTO) from project drawings, Design Approval Reports (DAR), and other design documents.
• Perform electrical load calculations, lighting calculations, wiring calculations, and other technical calculations required for estimation.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, earthing, conduits, cable trays, cables, panels, switches, sockets, and associated accessories.
• Use Kreo software and other estimation tools for quantity extraction and cost estimation.

Cost Estimation

• Prepare detailed electrical cost estimates based on project specifications, drawings, and client requirements.
• Support project-level P&L analysis by providing accurate cost estimates and detailed cost breakdowns.
• Evaluate project scope, identify cost-saving opportunities, and develop commercially competitive estimates while ensuring project profitability.
• Support the preparation of tender submissions, commercial proposals, assumptions, exclusions, and cost summaries.

Vendor & Procurement Coordination

• Raise RFQs and RFIs for technical clarifications and material pricing.
• Coordinate with the Procurement team to obtain vendor quotations and pricing.
• Liaise directly with vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations, clarify technical specifications, and evaluate commercial offers.
• Compare quotations and recommend the most suitable materials and vendors for estimation purposes.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate with Civil Site teams to ensure electrical estimates align with construction methodology and project execution requirements.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to understand design revisions and assess their impact on project costs.
• Resolve technical and commercial queries during the estimation and tendering stages.

Estimation Database Management

• Maintain and regularly update the electrical estimation database with current material and vendor rates.
• Update new line items, cost data, and historical pricing to improve estimation accuracy.
• Ensure estimation templates and cost databases remain current and aligned with market conditions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering. 2-6 years of experience in electrical estimation for building construction, MEP, EPC, PEB, modular, or prefab construction projects.

Required Skills

• Electrical Quantity Take-Off (QTO) BOQ preparation
• Electrical load, lighting, and wiring calculations
• Electrical cost estimation and rate analysis
• RFQ/RFI preparation and vendor coordination