Senior Estimator – Interior Fit-Out

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Interior Division. The role is responsible for leading the tendering and estimation process for interior fit-out projects, managing the estimation team, and ensuring accurate, competitive, and compliant bid submissions. The ideal candidate will have strong technical, commercial, and leadership experience within interior contracting.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Tendering & Estimation Leadership

• Lead and manage the full tendering and estimation process for interior fit-out projects
• Supervise and guide the Estimation team, including QSs responsible for quantity take-offs
• Review tender documents, define estimation strategy, and finalize tender pricing
• Ensure all tender submissions meet technical, commercial, and contractual requirements
• Conduct final review of tender documents and ensure deadlines are met

Technical & Commercial Evaluation

• Study, analyze, and evaluate RFPs, drawings, specifications, and BOQs to identify risks and discrepancies
• Coordinate with Estimation Manager / Management for overall risk assessment and bid decisions
• Prepare and review Technical & Commercial Evaluation sheets and comparison reports
• Clarify discrepancies with clients/consultants to ensure accurate pricing

Costing & Pricing

• Prepare and finalize detailed cost estimates, including direct and indirect costs
• Build up unit rates considering labor, materials, subcontractor pricing, overheads, and profit
• Prepare and review BOQs for management approval
• Identify items/trades requiring RFQs and coordinate pricing accordingly
• Propose and develop Value Engineering solutions to optimize project cost without impacting employer requirements

Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with Procurement to negotiate with approved suppliers and subcontractors (pre- and post-tender)
• Coordinate with:
• Planning Manager for preliminary programs and method statements
• QHSE Manager for project safety requirements
• MEP team for MEP scope, pricing, and mobilization requirements
• Attend site visits, pre-tender, and post-tender meetings

Post-Tender & Documentation

• Confirm final project price with Management
• Prepare and hand over complete tender documentation upon project award to:
• Project Director / Project Manager
• Planning, Cost Control, MEP, QHSE, Project Team, and Document Control
• Maintain and update tender status reports
• Ensure proper filing, retrieval, and management of records through EDMS

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in estimation, with strong exposure to interior fit-out projects
• Proven experience in senior or lead estimator role within a contracting company
• Strong knowledge of interior materials, finishes, joinery, and fit-out systems
• Excellent commercial, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Proficient in MS Excel and estimation tools
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills

Preferred

• Experience with large-scale or fast-track interior projects
• GCC/UAE market experience

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent