Jr. Estimation & Design Engineer

Lantrotech; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Lantrotech in Islamabad is seeking a Junior Estimation & Design Engineer to integrate estimation, planning and execution control for structured project delivery. You will prepare take-offs, develop cost estimates and translate assumptions into executable schedules.

Ideal candidate has a bachelor's in Electrical, Electronics or Mechatronics and up to 1 year of site experience. Proficiency in MS Office and scheduling tools is preferred; EST shift may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related fields.
• Up to 1 year of relevant experience, including site exposure in electrical, IT, or construction projects.
• Familiarity with quantity take-offs, labor productivity, and estimation principles.
• Working knowledge of WBS structuring, scheduling techniques, and milestone control.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management/scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and material take-offs for electrical and IT construction projects.
• Develop accurate cost estimates based on validated drawings, BOQs, and project scope.
• Review and validate scope documents to ensure completeness and estimation accuracy.
• Develop a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) aligned with the estimate and translate it into baseline and rolling schedules.
• Convert manpower loading and productivity assumptions into structured, executable task plans.
• Monitor daily site progress and compare actual productivity against estimated benchmarks.
• Forecast schedule and cost impacts based on production trends and manpower utilization.
• Identify deviations in scope, sequencing, or productivity, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support Project Managers in evaluating variations, delays, and resource adjustments.
• Coordinate closely with site teams to ensure crew-task alignment and execution readiness.
• Assist in variation analysis, change order management, and performance optimization.
• Provide structured reporting and clear visibility on the project schedule and performance status.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering, or related fields

Tools

MS Office

Scheduling tools

Job description

The Junior Estimation & Design Engineer plays a key role in integrating estimation, planning, and execution control to ensure structured and predictable project delivery.

This role is responsible for preparing detailed quantity and material take-offs, developing accurate cost estimates, and translating estimation assumptions into executable project schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and material take-offs for electrical and IT construction projects.
• Develop accurate cost estimates based on validated drawings, BOQs, and project scope.
• Review and validate scope documents to ensure completeness and estimation accuracy.
• Develop a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) aligned with the estimate and translate it into baseline and rolling schedules.
• Convert manpower loading and productivity assumptions into structured, executable task plans.
• Monitor daily site progress and compare actual productivity against estimated benchmarks.
• Forecast schedule and cost impacts based on production trends and manpower utilization.
• Identify deviations in scope, sequencing, or productivity, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support Project Managers in evaluating variations, delays, and resource adjustments.
• Coordinate closely with site teams to ensure crew-task alignment and execution readiness.
• Assist in variation analysis, change order management, and performance optimization.
• Provide structured reporting and clear visibility on the project schedule and performance status.
• This role might require working on the Eastern Standard Time (EST) shift to meet operational and business needs; the Jr. E&D engineer may be required to rotate between local office hours and EST hours. Such rotation will be planned and communicated by the company.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering, or related fields.
• Up to 1 year of relevant experience, including:
  • Site experience in electrical, IT, or construction projects.
  • Exposure to estimation and project coordination activities.
  • Strong understanding of quantity take-offs, labor productivity, and estimation principles.
• Working knowledge of WBS structuring, scheduling techniques, and milestone control.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management/scheduling tools.
  

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and data-driven mindset
• Planning, scheduling, and forecasting capability
• Effective coordination and communication skills
• High level of ownership and accountability
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a dynamic environment
• Structured reporting and performance tracking skills