The Role
To prepare accurate and competitive electrical cost estimates for civil construction projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, drawings, and contractual requirements. Key Responsibilities • Review electrical drawings, specifications, BOQs, and tender documents for civil construction projects. • Prepare detailed electrical cost estimates covering LV & MV systems, including: o Power distribution o Lighting systems o Earthing & lightning protection o ELV systems (Fire Alarm, Data, CCTV, Access Control, BMS) • Perform quantity take-offs and material take-offs from IFC and tender drawings. • Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors. • Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and architectural teams to ensure integrated cost estimates. • Analyze tender risks, exclusions, and value-engineering opportunities. • Prepare cost comparison sheets, tender summaries, and pricing breakdowns. • Assist in bid clarification meetings and respond to client/consultant queries. • Ensure estimates comply with project specifications, local authority regulations, and international standards.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. • Minimum 5–8 years of experience in electrical estimation for civil construction projects. • Proven experience in buildings, hospitals, commercial, residential, or infrastructure projects. • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, materials, and installation methods. • Experience with UAE projects is a must Technical Skills • Proficiency in estimation software and tools such as PlanSwift, CostX, Candy, or similar. • Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and electrical drawings. • Advanced skills in MS Excel for cost analysis and reporting. • Familiarity with international standards and local UAE authority requirements.
About the company
Sembol Inşaat Company, which is well-known in Turkey and abroad by its unique construction facilities and breath-taking projects, is a company, which left a mark in Turkey and abroad historically and conducted activities in different places of the world, erected significant creation of architectural art, carried out complex and challenging projects within allocated budget and time limits.