Lead Estimator

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the estimating process for large-scale infrastructure tenders, including roads, bridges, tunnels, utilities, and industrial facilities.
• Analyze tender documents, drawings, and technical specifications to prepare accurate cost estimates.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to gather input data and validate assumptions.
• Develop detailed BOQs, cost breakdowns, and pricing strategies that align with commercial and contractual requirements.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value-engineering options during the bid phase.
• Support the Tender Manager and commercial team in preparing high-quality, competitive submissions.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier enquiries, quotations, and evaluations.
• Ensure cost databases and estimating tools are continuously updated and optimized.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in cost estimation or tendering within infrastructure or heavy civil construction.
• Proven success in estimating for complex EPC, Design & Build, or PPP infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC or similar contract frameworks.
• Proficiency in estimation and tendering software (e.g., Candy, CostX, Excel, or similar).
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong ability to meet deadlines under pressure.