Lead, Quantity Surveyor AOR

WeWork Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

WeWork India is seeking an experienced Cost Estimator to extract quantities from architectural, interior, and MEP drawings to prepare detailed BOQs and cost estimates in a fast-paced design-build environment.

The role covers analyzing rates for Civil, Electrical, HVAC, Firefighting, Plumbing, and Furniture, maintaining cost databases, tracking market rates, and supporting RFPs and budget control across projects in India, with emphasis on accuracy and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Quantity Surveying (or Diploma with relevant experience).
• 8–10 years of experience in cost estimation, rate analysis, or cost control within commercial interiors or design-build environments.
• Strong command over costing for C&I, MEP, modular & custom furniture, lighting, and interior finishes.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel, rate analysis formats, and SAP.
• Excellent knowledge of material rates, labour productivity, and vendor ecosystems in metros.
• Ability to deliver fast and accurate costing outputs with 1–2 day turnaround, even with limited inputs.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications, and technical detailing.
• Familiarity with Indian market conditions and practical site constraints affecting cost.

Responsibilities

• Extract quantities from architectural, interior, and MEP drawings (AutoCAD/Revit) to create detailed BOQs and cost estimates.
• Carry out item-wise rate analysis (materials + labour + overheads) for all major trades: Civil, Electrical, HVAC, Firefighting, Plumbing, Networking, Furniture, etc. C&I is a must-have.
• Prepare and maintain rate databases, cost libraries, and benchmarking tools based on market intelligence and past project data.
• Track and update prevailing market rates for materials, labour, and subcontractor services across regions.
• Prepare unit rate-based costing sheets with speed and precision to support sales/design teams during RFPs and client pitches.
• Support early-stage project pricing and value engineering options to meet target budgets without compromising functionality or aesthetics.
• Scout for new materials, vendors, and technologies to optimise pricing, lead times, and installation efficiency.
• Create and share cost comparison statements, rate breakdowns, and rate justification notes for internal approvals.
• Provide costing support for change requests during construction, changes in scope, and quick budget revisions during design iterations.
• Work closely with the procurement team to align cost estimates with vendor pricing, delivery timelines, and negotiated rates
• Monitor cost deviations against original budgets and recommend course corrections based on actual rate trends.
• Understand key cost drivers in fast-track fit-out projects and provide pricing solutions that align with speed-to-market delivery.

Skills

Cost estimation

Rate analysis

MS Excel

SAP

Education

Bachelors in Civil Eng./Architecture/Quantity Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SAP

Job description

About Us

WeWork India is one of India’s leading flexible workspace operators – ‘Great Place To Work’ certified (Nov 2024 – Nov 2025), aimed at creating flexible workspace solutions for companies of all sizes.

Since its inception in India in 2016, WeWork India has expanded across 68 operational centres in Chennai, New Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad. WeWork India meets distinct workspace needs, for various businesses. WeWork India strives to provide customised and curated solutions for various office space needs through its products and solutions.

At WeWork India, we’re driven by collaboration, creativity, and a shared vision to redefine the future of work. If you're looking to be part of a dynamic, fast-growing organisation that values talent and fosters growth, join us and build your future with WeWork India.

For more information, please visit our website

Roles and Responsibilities

• Extract quantities from architectural, interior, and MEP drawings (AutoCAD/Revit) to create detailed BOQs and cost estimates.
• Carry out item-wise rate analysis (materials + labour + overheads) for all major trades: Civil, Electrical, HVAC, Firefighting, Plumbing, Networking, Furniture, etc. C&I is a must-have.
• Prepare and maintain rate databases, cost libraries, and benchmarking tools based on market intelligence and past project data.
• Track and update prevailing market rates for materials, labour, and subcontractor services across regions.
• Prepare unit rate-based costing sheets with speed and precision to support sales/design teams during RFPs and client pitches.
• Support early-stage project pricing and value engineering options to meet target budgets without compromising functionality or aesthetics.
• Scout for new materials, vendors, and technologies to optimise pricing, lead times, and installation efficiency.
• Create and share cost comparison statements, rate breakdowns, and rate justification notes for internal approvals.
• Provide costing support for change requests during construction, changes in scope, and quick budget revisions during design iterations.
• Work closely with the procurement team to align cost estimates with vendor pricing, delivery timelines, and negotiated rates
• Monitor cost deviations against original budgets and recommend course corrections based on actual rate trends.
• Understand key cost drivers in fast-track fit-out projects and provide pricing solutions that align with speed-to-market delivery.

Education and Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Quantity Surveying (or Diploma with relevant experience).
• 8–10 years of experience in cost estimation, rate analysis, or cost control within commercial interiors or design-build environments.
• Strong command over costing for C&I, MEP, modular & custom furniture, lighting, and interior finishes.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel, rate analysis formats, and SAP.
• Excellent knowledge of material rates, labour productivity, and vendor ecosystems in metros.
• Ability to deliver fast and accurate costing outputs with 1–2 day turnaround, even with limited inputs.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications, and technical detailing.
• Familiarity with Indian market conditions and practical site constraints affecting cost.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WeWork India is an Equal Opportunity and Affi? Wait?

We expect all employees to embody our values and all aspects of employment including the decisions to hire and promote, are based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

Our total rewards philosophy is aimed at providing compensation that is competitive, performance linked and helps us attract and retain the talent we need to drive our business forward and serve our members. As part of WeWork India, our commitment to you is that you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters collaboration, flexibility and inclusion.