Estimating / Tender Quantity Surveyor
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About the Role
STRABAG is seeking an Estimating / Tender Quantity Surveyor with 5-10 years of experience in main contracting within the GCC/UAE. The role involves reviewing tender documents, preparing cost estimates, and coordinating with project teams.
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Responsibilities
- Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements to determine scope and pricing requirements
- Prepare quantity take offs, Bills of Quantities, and detailed cost estimates for building and construction projects
- Prepare and issue subcontract enquiry packages, and evaluate quotations for technical and commercial compliance
- Assess subcontractor and supplier proposals and prepare commercial comparisons for review
- Support the preparation of tender submissions, including pricing schedules, clarifications, and supporting commercial documentation
- Coordinate with Technical, Planning, Procurement, and Construction teams to develop complete and competitive tender submissions
- Analyse project risks, cost drivers, value engineering opportunities, and alternative construction methodologies during tender stage
- Prepare cost summaries, estimate breakdowns, and commercial reports for management review
- Support budget preparation and cost planning activities during pre contract stages
- Maintain and update estimating databases, historical cost data, and market pricing information
- Attend tender clarification meetings and provide commercial input as required
- Ensure tender submissions comply with client requirements, contract conditions, and internal procedures
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
- 5–10 years of experience in estimating or tender quantity surveying within a main contracting environment
- GCC/UAE experience across building, infrastructure, and complex construction projects
- Experience in quantity take offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimation, and subcontract package preparation
- Working knowledge of construction contracts, drawings, and tendering procedures
- Proficiency in CostX, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Revit
- Advanced MS Excel skills for cost analysis, reporting, and estimating functions
- Experience working with subcontractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary project teams
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Tasks
- Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements to determine scope and pricing requirements.
- Prepare quantity take offs, Bills of Quantities, and detailed cost estimates for building and construction projects.
- Prepare and issue subcontract enquiry packages, and evaluate quotations for technical and commercial compliance.
- Assess subcontractor and supplier proposals and prepare commercial comparisons for review.
- Support the preparation of tender submissions, including pricing schedules, clarifications, and supporting commercial documentation.
- Coordinate with Technical, Planning, Procurement, and Construction teams to develop complete and competitive tender submissions.
- Analyse project risks, cost drivers, value engineering opportunities, and alternative construction methodologies during tender stage.
- Prepare cost summaries, estimate breakdowns, and commercial reports for management review.
- Support budget preparation and cost planning activities during pre contract stages.
- Maintain and update estimating databases, historical cost data, and market pricing information.
- Attend tender clarification meetings and provide commercial input as required.
- Ensure tender submissions comply with client requirements, contract conditions, and internal procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
- 5–10 years of experience in estimating or tender quantity surveying within a main contracting environment.
- GCC/UAE experience across building, infrastructure, and complex construction projects.
- Experience in quantity take offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimation, and subcontract package preparation.
- Working knowledge of construction contracts, drawings, and tendering procedures.
- Proficiency in CostX, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Revit.
- Advanced MS Excel skills for cost analysis, reporting, and estimating functions.
- Experience working with subcontractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Experience with iTWO is an advantage.
- Exposure to Design & Build project environments is an advantage.
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