Estimation Engineer

QualificationsMinimum 3 years of relevant experience in construction estimation and quantity surveying.Villa/residential construction experience is highly preferred.Strong knowledge of quantity take-off, estimation, costing and BOQ preparation for complete villa projects.Must be capable of performing QS-related duties, including: Quantity take-offs from architectural, structural and MEP drawings, Preparation and evaluation of BOQs, Material quantity calculations, Subcontractor and supplier quotation comparison, Interim payment applications and valuations, Variation orders and variation costing, Material reconciliation and cost monitoring and Final accounts and project cost controlMust have a strong understanding of current UAE construction market prices for materials, manpower, equipment, subcontract works and other site requirements.Able to obtain, evaluate and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations to achieve competitive project pricing.Good knowledge of current prices for concrete, reinforcement steel, blocks, cement, plastering materials, waterproofing, tiles, flooring, doors, windows, joinery, sanitaryware, finishes and other construction materials.Able to prepare detailed and accurate project estimates based on drawings, specifications, scope of work and site requirements.Capable of identifying scope gaps, discrepancies, exclusions and potential cost risks during the tender and estimation stage.Ability to prepare cost comparisons, rate analysis, material breakdowns and detailed estimation reports.Ability to work under tight deadlines and prepare competitive and commercially viable tenders.UAE construction experience is preferred, particularly experience with Dubai-based suppliers, subcontractors and prevailing market rates.Candidates with combined Estimation + Quantity Surveying + Site Construction experience will be highly preferred.