Key Requirements
- Proven expertise in loose furniture estimation, including:
- Kitchen cabinets, Door frames, Wardrobes, etc
- Strong knowledge of material take-offs, BOQs, cost estimation, and pricing
- Ability to interpret drawings and specifications accurately
Job Description
- Analyze the quantities based on the specifications, drawings, and materials required as well as manpower resources.
- Identify labor, material, and time requirements from proposals and related documents.
- Prepare Bill of Quantities, maximizing legitimate project quantities by adhering to contractual measurement methods and the required standards/quality established with the client.
- Prepare cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and other resources to establish a project budget.
- Obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors for timber, boards, veneers, laminates, hardware, and finishes.
- Coordinate with suppliers, sending enquiries for outsourced items and following up on quotations.
- Evaluate supplier prices and select cost-effective options that meet quality standards.
- Perform comparison and negotiation with suppliers and contractors.
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate prices, and establish long term relationships with vendors to secure quality materials and services.
- Attend meetings as required to perceive client requirements and provide necessary advice for project optimization.
- Establish trust and confidence to build lasting relationships with client counterparts.
Preferred Qualifications
UAE Driving License - Preferred
Position Details
Job Category: Estimator Joinery (Furniture Factory)
Division: Furniture Factory
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Umm Al Quwain
Experience: 5-7 years in UAE