Estimation Engineer

Unified Microsystems; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Unified Microsystems in the Philippines is seeking an Estimation Engineer to design and prepare cost estimates for ELV projects, including BMS, CCTV, PA/BGM, fire alarm, structured cabling, home automation, and HVAC control. You will review specs, perform BOQ take-offs, and develop competitive proposals.

You will collaborate with the sales team, project managers, and clients to ensure accuracy, obtain supplier quotations, and assist in tender documents while keeping detailed costing records.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret project specifications, drawings, and other technical documents.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and prepare bills of quantities (BOQ).
• Design ELV (Extra Low Voltage) systems including: Structured Cabling (Cat6 and fiber optic cabling).
• Home Automation: Integration of smart home technologies.
• Audio Systems: DANTE audio over IP setups.
• Visual Solutions: Audio Visual Teams meeting room configurations.
• Network Infrastructure: Design of network systems, Wi‑Fi implementations, MDF/IDF networks.
• Office Automation: Integration of automated office systems.
• HVAC Control: Designing control systems for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and client requirements.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates by calculating material, labor, and overhead costs.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors for specialized equipment or services.
• Develop comprehensive proposals and tender documents for submission to clients.
• Assist in the preparation of technical and commercial bids.
• Participate in meetings with clients to discuss project requirements and clarify queries.
• Conduct site visits and ocular inspections when necessary to gather essential project information.
• Work closely with the sales team to develop strategies for winning bids.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure alignment on project scope and deliverables.
• Maintain organized records of all estimates, proposals, and related documentation.
• Update databases and estimation tools with current pricing and labor rates.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in ELV systems and related fields.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities.
• Performs other duties within the scope of the role to support the organization's goals.

Job description

Purpose

The Estimation Engineer is responsible for designing and preparing cost estimates for new projects based on clients' technical requirements and drawings. This role involves suggesting and designing comprehensive systems in Building Management Systems (BMS), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), Public Address/Background Music (PA/BGM), fire alarm systems, structured cabling (Cat6 and fiber optic cabling), home automation, DANTE audio over IP, Audio Visual Teams meeting room solutions, network infrastructure, Wi-Fi systems, Main Distribution Frame/Intermediate Distribution Frame (MDF/IDF) networks, office automation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) control. The Estimation Engineer will collaborate closely with the sales team, project managers, and clients to ensure accurate and competitive proposals that meet technical specifications and budgetary constraints.

Work Overview

• Project Analysis:
• Review and interpret project specifications, drawings, and other technical documents.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and prepare bills of quantities (BOQ).
• Technical Design:
• Design ELV (Extra Low Voltage) systems including:
• Structured Cabling: Cat6 and fiber optic cabling solutions.
• Home Automation: Integration of smart home technologies.
• Audio Systems: DANTE audio over IP setups.
• Visual Solutions: Audio Visual Teams meeting room configurations.
• Network Infrastructure: Design of network systems, Wi‑Fi implementations, MDF/IDF networks.
• Office Automation: Integration of automated office systems.
• HVAC Control: Designing control systems for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and client requirements.
• Cost Estimation:
• Prepare accurate cost estimates by calculating material, labor, and overhead costs.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors for specialized equipment or services.
• Proposal Preparation:
• Develop comprehensive proposals and tender documents for submission to clients.
• Assist in the preparation of technical and commercial bids.
• Client Interaction:
• Participate in meetings with clients to discuss project requirements and clarify queries.
• Conduct site visits and ocular inspections when necessary to gather essential project information.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with the sales team to develop strategies for winning bids.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure alignment on project scope and deliverables.
• Documentation:
• Maintain organized records of all estimates, proposals, and related documentation.
• Update databases and estimation tools with current pricing and labor rates.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in ELV systems and related fields.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities.
• Performs other duties within the scope of the role to support the organization's goals.