Director of Estimating

Role OverviewDirects the Group’s estimation function across Civil, MEP, and Infrastructure divisions. Responsible for pricing accuracy, tender governance, commercial risk management, and protecting profit margins on major bids.Key ResponsibilitiesExecutive Tender Leadership: Oversee major tender preparations, validate cost build-ups/BOQs, and present final pricing to the Group CEO and Executive BoardGovernance & Risk: Enforce estimation frameworks, evaluate FIDIC contractual risks, and conduct post-award performance auditsMarket Intelligence: Manage centralized cost databases, tracking raw material, subcontractor, and GCC market trendsTeam Leadership: Mentors divisional estimation teams, establishing technical standards and succession planningKey Requirements Experience: 18–22 years in construction estimation/commercial roles, with 8+ years in senior leadershipTrack Record: Deep expertise in GCC tendering across large-scale Civil, MEP, and Infrastructure projectsEducation & Credentials: Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management (MBA preferred); MRICS or PMP certifiedCore Skills: Advanced cost modeling, FIDIC contracts, executive decision-making, and commercial risk mitigation