Senior Estimator

Description

• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns, from pre-bid to post-bid stages, ensuring transparency and precision.
• Support and review the work of less experienced estimators to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure that materials and equipment meet quality standards and are delivered on time.
• Conduct thorough review and analysis of tender documents, including scope of work, design drawings, and specifications.
• Lead the preparation of accurate and detailed cost estimates for EPCMV projects, ensuring compliance with client specifications, expectations and contract requirements.
• Analyse and validate bids from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review and incorporate project scope, engineering designs, and construction methods to develop cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure cost reporting is consistent and timely to support management decision-making and project profitability.
• Participate in post-bid meetings to review final estimates, compare with actual performance, and suggest improvements.
• Collaborate with project teams to gather input and assess project risks, timelines, and financial considerations.o
• Use estimation software tools, spreadsheets, and databases to prepare cost estimates and manage project data.
• Assess and identify risks related to project costs, timelines, client expectations and execution.
• Evaluate and provide mitigation strategies for identified risks, particularly with respect to procurement, design changes, and resource allocation.
• Maintain regular communication with senior management and clients regarding budget updates and progress.
• Provide input into project scheduling, ensuring that cost estimation aligns with project timelines.
• Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing and assess project requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to ensure alignment between estimates and project execution.
• Provide guidance and training to junior estimators, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable estimating team.
• Stay up-to-date with industry software tools and methodologies to increase efficiency.
• Develop bid packages, work scope definitions, and bid tabulations.
• Quantify and analyse material, labour, and equipment costs.
• Track and monitor actual project costs against estimates, identifying variances and providing corrective actions when necessary.
• Identify and analyse potential cost-saving opportunities during the bidding process.

Requirements

• High-level problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to adapt to changing conditions and requirements.
• Proven knowledge of Construction, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical & Fire Protection Services
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation techniques and familiarity with international standards.
• Knowledge of specific industry standards, such as NEC, RIAI, or local project management standards.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Team-oriented with strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Proficiency in estimation software (e.g., Procore, Excel, or equivalent).
• Excellent understanding of construction methods, materials, and contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of the construction industry, procurement processes, project management, and EPCMV project lifecycle.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Previous experience with international or large-scale projects in diverse sectors (e.g., pharmaceutical, energy, infrastructure).
• Pre-Construction and Bid Analysis:
• Chartered or professionally accredited status (e.g., SCSI, RICS, AACE, or similar), preferable but not required.
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in estimating within the EPCMV industry, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in preparing cost estimates, project pricing, and budgets for large-scale construction and maintenance projects.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyse and resolve cost-related issues efficiently.

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment with frequent interaction across multidisciplinary teams.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance