Summary
Estithmar Holding is seeking a Senior Lead Estimator to develop and manage construction cost estimates, budgets and project valuations across business development, pre-construction and construction. The role includes reviewing tender documents, preparing cost forecasts and quantity take-offs, assessing risks, coordinating with clients and suppliers, and analyzing bids and estimate variances. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering and at least 8 years of experience, including 5 years in a relevant role; GCC experience is an advantage. MMUP Engineer Registration (UPDA) is listed as a professional qualification, and knowledge of estimating software such as CCS (Candy) is an advantage.
The posting
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Job Summary
The Senior Lead Estimator is responsible to generate and manage construction cost estimates, valuation of engineering work and budgets.. Provide estimates, budget control and studies for projects and potential projects during business development, pre-construction and construction phases of a project and across all scopes, systems, and assemblies.
Job Responsibilities 1
Ensure efficient relationship with suppliers and sub-contractors to obtain competitive pricing information to use in estimating.
Lead the development of schematic cost model estimates utilizing historic benchmarking information and industry experience to develop detailed cost estimate forecasting .
Review tender documentation and identifies ambiguities, risks and key issues to be considered by the tender team.
Prepare sound, consistent data for profitable tendering (estimate of man hours, equipment, subcontractors and material costs).
Review tender documentation and identifies ambiguities, risks and key issues to be considered by the tender team.
Prepare cost reconciliation between two or more estimates, and can explain variance cost drivers.
Handle inquiries and provides information related to tendering and estimating.
Provide comparisons of Contractor’s pricing to benchmarked historical data and market pricing.
Maintain the highest level of commercial confidentiality in all aspects of employment.
Job Responsibilities 2
Analyze drawing, specifications and other documentation to prepare comprehensive cost estimates.
Support and assist the Estimation Manager in the process of quantity take-offs, both manually and digitally, from tender documents and drawings.
Coordinate with the client on all changes in scope, questions or clarifications regarding the work, during the bidding process.
Conduct site inspection for tender understanding, analysis of conditions and assessment of risk and identification of activities that may or may not be shown in tender documents.
Review budget and project profitability status and goals with supervision and project team as required.
Seek input on corrective measures to continuously improve the identification and accuracy of cost figures.
Liaise with the Engineering Team on the design element of design and construct tenders and providing temporary works support for tenders. Undertake comprehensive reviews of Contractor’s estimate submissions, change requests and bids including pricing clarifications, assumptions, terms and conditions.
Job Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge in resources planning, detailed estimate rate calculations etc.
Experience in Cost estimating packages such as CCS (Candy) will be a distinct advantage.
Extensive Knowledge in MS word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, QS related Software and Web search/Internet.
Knowledge of local material rate, labor gang productivities and Subcontractors.
Familiar with techniques, procedures, methods and the nature of applicable construction systems across all disciplines.
Estimating and Project Management Skills
Solid understanding of policies and comply with the principles of the Company€™s Code of Ethics.
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
Job Experience
Minimum 8 year(s) working experience, 5 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus
Competencies
Agility
Build High-Performing Teams
AI Fluency
Provide Direction
Resilience
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Cost Management L3
Project Estimating L3
Risk analysis & control assessment techniques L3
Contract/Bid Documents L3
Document & Record Control L3
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering
Profesional degree in MMUP Engineer Registration (UPDA)