Construction Cost Estimator

Key Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, BOQs, contracts, and tender documents for civil and structural works.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs for earthworks, concrete works, structural works, masonry, finishing, infrastructure, and external works.
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals.
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Obtain, evaluate, and negotiate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Develop unit rate analyses and cost breakdown structures.
• Identify project risks, cost-saving opportunities, and value engineering alternatives.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, project management, and design teams to clarify project requirements.
• Prepare tender documentation and support bid submissions.
• Evaluate variations, change orders, and additional work claims.
• Maintain and update cost databases, productivity rates, and historical project cost records.
• Assist in project budgeting, forecasting, and cost monitoring throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct site visits and pre-bid assessments to verify project conditions and scope requirements.
• Ensure estimates comply with project specifications, company standards, and applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Civil Estimator or Quantity Surveyor in construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of civil, structural, architectural, and infrastructure works.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quantity take-off software.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Planswift, CostX, or similar estimating software is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and meet strict deadlines.

Technical Knowledge

• Earthworks and excavation
• Reinforced concrete structures
• Steel structures
• Masonry and architectural finishes
• Roads, drainage, and infrastructure works
• Construction methods and sequencing
• Building materials and market pricing
• Contract administration and tendering processes

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy of estimates compared to actual project costs.
• Timely completion of tenders and bid submissions.
• Quantity take-off accuracy.
• Bid success rate.
• Cost optimization and value engineering recommendations.
• Quality and completeness of tender documentation.