Estimation Engineer

About the Company-Construction Building

Senior Estimation Engineer is a high-level technical role responsible for determining the total cost of a project to ensure competitive and profitable bidding.

About the Role

Core Responsibilities

• Bidding & Tendering: Lead the full life cycle of the tender process, from initial review of RFP (Request for Proposal) documents to final bid submission.
• Quantity Take-off: Perform or oversee detailed structural, architectural, or MEP quantity take-offs using specialized software.
• Cost Analysis: Calculate direct costs (labor, material, equipment) and indirect costs (preliminaries, overheads, profits, and taxes).
• Subcontractor Management: Source and evaluate quotes from subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring they meet project specifications and Qatar's local standards.
• Value Engineering: Propose alternative materials or methods to reduce costs without compromising quality or safety.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential financial risks in a contract and develop mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• UPDA/MMUP Registration: Grade A certified engineer is desirable issued by the Urban Planning & Development Authority.

Required Skills

• Software Proficiency: Expert knowledge of Candy (CCS), CostX, PlanSwift, or AutoCAD. High-level Excel skills are mandatory.
• Local Experience: 8–12+ years of experience, with at least 7 years specifically in Qatar Construction Industry.
• Sector Knowledge: Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and the specific tendering procedures of Qatari authorities like Ashghal or Kahramaa.

Pay range and compensation package

Senior Estimation Engineer ( (Open to all nationalities - proven experience in Qatar is preferred) Package 20+