Tender Estimator Specialist

RIMOND; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Rimond Srl is seeking a candidate to join the Tender Department to support cost estimation and tender preparation. The role aims to achieve cost targets while ensuring project profitability at estimating and contract award stages.

The successful candidate will prepare comprehensive cost estimates for tenders based on technical assessments, internal evaluations, and market research in coordination with other departments.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or university degree in civil/building engineering.
• 3-4 years of experience in a similar role within construction or general contracting.
• Knowledge of construction materials and processes.
• Familiarity with supplier terms and procurement processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; good written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical and economic analysis of projects and provide contractual support.
• Collaborate with the technical team in defining prices, rates, and cost estimates by analyzing project specs and BOQs.
• Manage suppliers and subcontractors, requesting quotes and reviewing them.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers and partners for the network.
• Coordinate RFIs with clients and suppliers during tender process.
• Contribute to value engineering to improve efficiency and competitiveness.
• Support coordination of project activities during mobilisation phase.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Overview

The selected candidate will join the Tender Department, supporting cost estimation and tender preparation activities. The main objective of the role is to contribute to achieving the established cost targets while ensuring the expected project profitability from the estimating and contract award stages. In particular, the candidate will be responsible for supporting the preparation of comprehensive cost estimates for the works included in the tender, based on technical assessments, internal evaluations, and market research, in coordination with the Company's other departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the technical and economic analysis of projects and provide contractual support, contributing to the evaluation of tenders and bids, with a focus on cost/revenue optimisation and project feasibility;
• Collaborate with the technical team in defining prices, rates, and cost estimates by analysing project specifications and Bills of Quantities (BOQs);
• Manage suppliers and subcontractors, requesting specific quotations and participating in their review and in the resolution of any issues;
• Identify and qualify new suppliers and partners, contributing to the development of the supplier network;
• Manage technical relations with clients and suppliers, coordinating Requests for Information (RFIs) received during the tender process;
• Contribute to value engineering activities by proposing solutions aimed at improving efficiency and competitiveness;
• Participate in the coordination of project activities, particularly during the project mobilisation phase

Requirements

• Technical diploma or university degree in an engineering-related field, preferably Civil or Building Engineering;
• At least 3–4 years of experience in a similar role within the construction or General Contracting sector, preferably involving hospitality projects, complex buildings, and multiple construction disciplines;
• Knowledge of materials and processes typical of the construction industry;
• Knowledge of methods for comparing and evaluating the quality of services offered;
• Knowledge of supplier contractual terms and general procurement processes;
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office;
• Good written and spoken English.

Skills

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills;
• Strong team-working skills;
• Results-oriented approach and commitment to quality;
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Compensation and Employment Terms

The compensation and contractual terms will be defined based on the requirements of the position, as well as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, professional experience, and type of contractual engagement. The expected compensation for the position ranges from €35,000 to €45,000 gross per year, or the equivalent annual compensation for a consultancy arrangement, depending on the contractual framework agreed upon.

More About RIMOND

At RIMOND, we’re an international and culturally diverse team of experts driven by innovation and united by a shared vision: creating landmark projects that positively impact communities and our planet. This diversity is intentional. From the start, we've brought together passionate industry leaders—people who not only excel in their fields but share our commitment to ethical values, thoughtful urban development, and the determination to make the impossible possible.

This job posting is open to all candidates regardless of gender, in compliance with L.903/77 and Legislative Decree No. 198/2006.