Tender Estimation Engineer

A Tender Estimation Engineer in building construction evaluates project requirements, calculates the total cost of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracts. They play a vital role in preparing competitive, technically compliant, and profitable bid proposals.

Core Responsibilities

1. Tender Analysis & Quantity Take-offs

• Review project drawings, specifications, and Tender/Issued for Construction (IFC) documents to fully understand the scope of work.
• Perform accurate quantity take-offs manually or using software (e.g., AutoCAD, BIM models) to calculate material volumes.
• Build accurate and organized Bills of Quantities (BOQ).

2. Cost Estimation & Pricing

• Calculate total direct and indirect costs, including labor rates, preliminary site expenses, and overheads.
• Establish cost libraries, pricing sheets, and historical cost databases for future reference. [1, 2, 3]

3. Vendor & Subcontractor Management

• Issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
• Analyze and compare vendor quotations technically and commercially.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery terms to optimize project costs. [1, 2, 3]

4. Risk Assessment & Value Engineering

• Identify and quantify potential project risks, such as market volatility or site complexities, and prepare risk registers.
• Perform value engineering exercises to propose cost-saving alternatives that maintain quality and functionality. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

5. Bid Preparation & Submission

• Compile and format technical and commercial proposals according to client requirements.
• Ensure all bids strictly comply with company financial targets and industry standards.
• Manage deadlines to ensure prompt tender submissions.

6. Post-Tender & Project Handover

• Participate in pre-bid meetings and technical clarifications with clients and consultants.
• Assist management during contract negotiations.
• Assist the awarded project team and Quantity Surveyors with budget handovers and baseline cost setups.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying.
• Technical Software: Proficiency in MS Excel, AutoCAD, and specialized estimating or scheduling software.
• Contract Knowledge: Understanding of various contract models (e.g., FIDIC).
• Commercial Acumen: Strong mathematical, analytical, and negotiation skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are requested to send their CV along with the following details:

• Full Name
• Nationality
• Age
• UAE experience in Civil / MEP companies
• Position applied for
• Contact Number
• Email ID
• UAE experience in the applied position
• Experience in current company (years)
• Equivalency Certificate (Yes / No)
• MOFA Attested Degree Certificate (Yes / No)
• Current Location
• Visa Status
• Notice Period
• Current Salary
• Expected Salary

Submit Your Application

• career@m4contracting.com
• cv@m4mep.com
• m4mepcontracting@gmail.com
• WhatsApp: +971 52 506 0851 (WhatsApp only)

Pay: AED7,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person