Senior Estimator

Senior Structural Steel EstimatorRole Overview

Lead the estimation of structural steel projects from tender review through submission and handover. Analyze drawings and specifications, develop reliable cost plans, and coordinate with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and project teams to prepare competitive proposals for fabrication and erection works.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the review of architectural and structural drawings, specifications, BOQs, and tender requirements for structural steel projects.
• Develop and validate quantity take-offs for steel, materials, labor, equipment, fabrication, transport, and erection.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, tender submissions, commercial proposals, and clear scope, exclusions, and assumptions.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations; negotiate pricing and maintain strong commercial relationships.
• Identify project risks, cost drivers, and value-engineering opportunities, and present recommendations to management.
• Coordinate and participate in tender reviews, client clarification meetings, and commercial negotiations.
• Conduct site visits to verify project conditions, quantities, access, and installation requirements.
• Support project teams with procurement planning, cost monitoring, progress reviews, and cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Coordinate site execution matters, including progress tracking, vendor prequalification, and alignment between estimation and delivery teams.
• Arrange samples and technical submissions for client review and approval.
• Maintain and improve pricing databases, historical cost records, and tender documentation.
• Provide guidance to junior estimators and help improve estimating methods and bid review processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of UAE experience in structural steel estimation , including fabrication and erection.
• Strong understanding of steel fabrication and erection methods, welding symbols, steel grades, detailing practices, and project specifications.
• Proven ability to lead estimates and manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines.
• Proficient in MS Excel and experienced with preparing detailed cost analyses and tender documentation.
• Strong commercial judgment, analytical skills, negotiation ability, and clear communication.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and effective at coordinating with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• UAE driving licence preferred; willingness to attend site visits.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED6,500.00 - AED9,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in estimating structural steel works specifically within the UAE?
• Are you proficient in reading and analyzing architectural and structural drawings, including steel fabrication and erection details?
• How confident are you with preparing detailed BOQs, cost estimates, and coordinating with vendors for pricing? (On a scale of 1/10)
• Do you have working knowledge of MS Excel for estimation tasks, including formulas and tabulation of cost breakdowns?
• Do you have a valid UAE driving license and are you willing to conduct regular site visits for estimation and coordination purposes?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Hindi (Preferred)