Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Review and study tender documents, including drawings, specifications, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), contract conditions, and other related documentation to fully understand project requirements. Identify discrepancies, ambiguities, or missing information in tender documents and prepare Requests for Information (RFIs) or technical clarifications when necessary. Perform detailed quantity take-offs and prepare accurate material, labor, equipment, and subcontract cost estimates. Analyze project drawings and specifications to determine project scope and estimate direct and indirect construction costs. Prepare and issue inquiries to suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring quotations fully comply with project specifications and contractual requirements. Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations based on technical compliance, commercial terms, quality, delivery schedule, and overall value. Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and commercial conditions to obtain the most competitive offers. Prepare comprehensive comparison sheets to evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations and recommend the most suitable offers. Develop detailed cost estimates including materials, labor, plant, equipment, preliminaries, overhead, contingencies, and profit margins. Price Bills of Quantities (BOQ), prepare build-up rates for non-standard items, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of prevailing market prices. Coordinate with Project Managers, Planning Engineers, Procurement, QS, and other departments to ensure the accuracy and completeness of estimates. Participate in site visits and pre-tender meetings whenever required to gain a better understanding of project conditions and associated risks. Identify commercial and technical risks within tenders and propose mitigation measures and value engineering opportunities where applicable. Prepare complete tender submissions in accordance with client instructions and submission deadlines. Present final cost estimates, pricing strategies, assumptions, exclusions, and recommendations to management for approval before tender submission. Maintain an updated database of historical project costs, supplier pricing, labor productivity rates, and market trends to improve estimating accuracy. Assist in post-tender negotiations, clarifications, and contract award processes when required. Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, health and safety requirements, and applicable engineering codes. Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to optimize estimating processes and cost control practices. Perform any other duties assigned by management that are related to the position.

Desired Candidate Profile

Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction estimation or tendering. Previous experience in a contracting company is highly preferred. Experience with large-scale building, infrastructure, or industrial projects is an advantage.