Senior M&E Estimator

Executive Recruiters; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Recruiters Malaysia is seeking an experienced M&E professional to lead cost estimation, budgeting, tendering, and contract administration for major construction projects in Malaysia. You will prepare BOQs, manage cost control, coordinate with clients and subcontractors, and oversee documentation and tender submissions, reporting to the Senior M&E Manager.

The role requires a degree in M&E engineering, at least five years' experience, and strong negotiation and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the construction industry, particularly in cost estimation, budgeting, tendering, quantity take-off, and contract administration.
• Strong knowledge of M&E costing, tender management, and commercial processes.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Self-driven, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Proven capability in developing and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with MS Project and AutoCAD is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BQ), cost estimates, and budget forecasts for M&E works.
• Manage M&E cost control, contract administration, and commercial matters throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in the preparation and evaluation of variation orders, cost negotiations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, and the finalization of project accounts.
• Coordinate and maintain effective communication with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Support the Senior M&E Manager in conducting cost analyses, benchmarking exercises, and preparing M&E-related correspondence and reports.
• Administer and maintain project documentation and document control processes at the headquarters level.
• Review and evaluate contractors’ and subcontractors’ progress claims.
• Prepare project claim schedules and coordinate tender submissions.
• Assist the Contract Department in the preparation and certification of M&E progress claims.
• Lead the preparation, compilation, and submission of tender documents within stipulated deadlines.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by management from time to time.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tender management

Contract administration

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's / Diploma in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

MS Excel

Job description

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Full time

29d ago , from Executive Recruiters Malaysia

Report directly to the Senior M&E Manager.

Prepare Bills of Quantities (BQ), cost estimates, and budget forecasts for Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) works.

Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.

Manage M&E cost control, contract administration, and commercial matters throughout the project lifecycle.

Assist in the preparation and evaluation of variation orders, cost negotiations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, and the finalization of project accounts.

Coordinate and maintain effective communication with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Support the Senior M&E Manager in conducting cost analyses, benchmarking exercises, and preparing M&E-related correspondence and reports.

Administer and maintain project documentation and document control processes at the headquarters level.

Review and evaluate contractors’ and subcontractors’ progress claims.

Prepare project claim schedules and coordinate tender submissions.

Assist the Contract Department in the preparation and certification of M&E progress claims.

Lead the preparation, compilation, and submission of tender documents within stipulated deadlines.

Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by management from time to time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the construction industry, particularly in cost estimation, budgeting, tendering, quantity take-off, and contract administration.
• Strong knowledge of M&E costing, tender management, and commercial processes.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Self-driven, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Proven capability in developing and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other relevant software tools.
• Experience with Microsoft Project and AutoCAD will be an added advantage.

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