Civil & Interior Estimator – Pre-Contract Tendering

Kanz; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kanz in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Civil & Interior Design Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates, BOQs, and pricing submissions for civil and interior fit-out works. You will perform quantity take-offs from drawings, analyze tender documents and specifications, and coordinate with subcontractors and procurement teams to refine pricing and mitigate risks.

The role requires a strong background in engineering and post-graduate experience in estimation, with proficiency in CostX or similar

Qualifications

• BSc or BEng/ HNDE in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum 9–11 years of post-graduate experience in a QS/ Estimation role within the construction industry (contractor side).
• Demonstrable experience across both pre-contract and post-contract functions.
• Working knowledge of standard forms of contract (JCT, NEC3/NEC4, FIDIC, or equivalent).
• Proficiency in measurement and estimating software (e.g., CostX, Buildsoft, Bluebeam).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Competent in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Advance knowledge in Candy Cost Estimation tool.
• Experience in a specific sector such as residential, commercial, infrastructure, fit-out, or civils.

Responsibilities

• Prepare BOQs, cost plans, and detailed estimates.
• Perform quantity take-offs from drawings.
• Analyze tender documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare rate build-ups and pricing analysis.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and procurement teams.
• Identify cost risks and value engineering opportunities.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Engineering degree

Analytical skills

Attention to details

Microsoft Excel

Value engineering

Education

BSc or BEng / HND in Engineering

Tools

CostX

Buildsoft

Bluebeam

Candy Cost Estimation

Job description

Kanz in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Civil & Interior Design Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates, BOQs, and pricing submissions for civil and interior fit-out works. You will perform quantity take-offs from drawings, analyze tender documents and specifications, and coordinate with subcontractors and procurement teams to refine pricing and mitigate risks.

The role requires a strong background in engineering and post-graduate experience in estimation, with proficiency in CostX or similar