Senior Tender & Estimation Specialist

fuchi pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 52,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

fuchi pte. ltd. is seeking a capable Quantity Surveyor to support tender preparation and submission for ERSS and construction projects. You will conduct quantity take-offs, cost estimation, pricing, and supplier sourcing, ensuring competitive and compliant bids.

You will review contracts and drawings, develop detailed pricing, obtain quotations, and maintain cost databases. Strong numerical, analytical, and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• 2–5 years of experience in construction tendering, estimating or quantity surveying.
• Experience in ERSS, civil engineering, temporary works or construction is an advantage.
• Familiar with LTA projects is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and tender/estimation software.
• Able to read and interpret construction drawings & specifications.
• Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills.
• Good communication, negotiation and coordination skills.
• Able to work independently and meet tight tender deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, scope of works and contract requirements.
• Prepare & Review quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BQ) and cost estimates.
• Develop detailed tender pricing for materials, manpower, machinery, subcontractors and other project costs.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare tender comparison sheets and recommend suitable pricing based on cost and market conditions.
• Coordinate with Design, Operations, Supply Chain and Commercial teams to verify construction methodology, quantities and costs.
• Assist in developing project budgets, cost breakdowns and pricing summaries.
• Identify tender risks, exclusions, assumptions and potential commercial issues.
• Prepare tender submissions, including pricing schedules, clarifications and supporting documents.
• Participate in tender clarification meetings and assist with post-tender negotiations.
• Maintain and update cost databases, supplier/subcontractor rates and historical tender information.
• Monitor market prices and construction cost trends to improve tender competitiveness.
• Ensure tender submissions are accurate, complete and submitted within the required deadlines.
• Perform other commercial and estimation duties assigned by management.

Skills

Excel

Word

Tender software

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Communication

Negotiation

Coordination

Education

Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering / Construction Management diploma or degree

Tools

Tender software

Job description

fuchi pte. ltd. is seeking a capable Quantity Surveyor to support tender preparation and submission for ERSS and construction projects. You will conduct quantity take-offs, cost estimation, pricing, and supplier sourcing, ensuring competitive and compliant bids.

You will review contracts and drawings, develop detailed pricing, obtain quotations, and maintain cost databases. Strong numerical, analytical, and communication skills are essential for success.