Civil Estimation Engineer

Job Description – Civil Estimation Engineer

Position: Civil Estimation Engineer
Location: Dubai, UAE
Experience: 3–4 Years (Minimum 3 years UAE experience preferred)
Industry: Building Construction / Contracting

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Civil Estimation Engineer with a strong background in building construction projects. The candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, quantity take-offs, tender submissions, and cost analyses for residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use developments. The ideal candidate should possess excellent technical knowledge of civil construction works, materials, labor productivity, and UAE market rates.

Key Responsibilities

1. Estimation & Tendering

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, BOQs, and contract requirements.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from drawings and project documents.
• Analyze project scope and identify cost-effective construction methodologies.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for civil, structural, architectural, and external works.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Conduct rate analysis for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontract works.
• Prepare tender submissions, bid summaries, and commercial proposals.
• Coordinate with the design, procurement, and project teams during tender stages.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits when required.

2. Cost Analysis & Budgeting

• Develop project budgets and cost plans.
• Perform value engineering and cost optimization exercises.
• Compare estimated costs against actual project costs and identify variances.
• Maintain updated databases of material rates, labor costs, and subcontractor pricing.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and cost reports as required.

3. Technical Coordination

• Interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings for estimation purposes.
• Coordinate with consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors regarding technical and commercial clarifications.
• Assist in preparing variations, claims, and change order estimates.
• Support project teams with cost-related information during project execution.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare tender reports, bid comparison sheets, and management summaries.
• Maintain proper records of all estimates, quotations, and tender submissions.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and client requirements.

5. Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 3–4 years of experience in estimation for building construction projects.
• Strong experience in residential, commercial, villa, high-rise, and industrial building projects.
• Sound knowledge of UAE construction standards, materials, and market rates.
• Experience in tendering for both public and private sector projects.

6. Technical Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and estimation spreadsheets.
• Experience with PlanSwift, Bluebeam, CostX, or equivalent quantity take-off software.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, architectural, and MEP drawings.
• Knowledge of FIDIC contracts and tendering procedures is an advantage.
• Familiarity with UAE Municipality and Authority requirements.

7. Key Competencies

• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Effective communication and coordination abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tender deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

8. Key Result Areas (KRA)

• Accurate preparation of quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Timely submission of tenders and commercial proposals.
• Achievement of target profit margins through effective pricing strategies.
• Development and maintenance of an updated cost database.
• Effective coordination with suppliers and subcontractors for competitive quotations.
• Reduction of estimation errors and cost deviations.
• Successful support of project teams with cost-related information.
• Identification of value engineering opportunities to improve project profitability.
• Compliance with client requirements and tender specifications.
• Preparation of detailed tender reports and management presentations.

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person