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About the Role
Ground Up Construction seeks an experienced Estimator for full-time, on-site work in Dubai. The role involves preparing accurate cost estimates, analyzing project requirements, and collaborating with project managers and clients.
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Responsibilities
- Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and BOQ.
- Prepare preliminary and detailed cost estimates.
- Perform quantity take off from drawings (architectural, structural, and MEP).
- Estimate material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
- Prepare commercial and technical bid submissions.
- Negotiate with vendors and subcontractors.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations and standards.
Requirements
- Civil Engineering or Architect degree from a recognized university
- At least 10 years estimation experience in a Contracting Company operating in Dubai UAE
- Proficiency in Excel, AutoCAD, PlanSwift, CostX, etc.
- Strong analytical and negotiation skills
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Company Description
- Established in 2016, Ground Up Construction is a Dubai based company specializing in personalized, turnkey construction solutions.
- The company undertakes residential buildings, private villas, schools, shopping centers, and retail spaces.
- Known for innovative and efficient solutions, commitment to high quality outcomes enhancing the UAE urban landscape.
Role Description
- Full time, on site Estimator role based in Dubai.
- Prepare accurate cost estimates, analyze project requirements, work closely with project managers and clients.
- Examine and interpret architectural and construction plans, prepare bids, manage project budgets, negotiate with vendors and subcontractors, ensure compliance with local regulations.
Key Skills Required
- Civil Engineering (or Architect) degree from a recognized university with at least 10 years estimation experience in Contracting Company Operating in Dubai UAE.
- Construction cost analysis, Quantity take off and BOQ preparation, Knowledge of construction methods, Contract and tender documentation knowledge.
- Software proficiency (Excel, AutoCAD, PlanSwift, CostX, etc.), Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
Tasks and Duties
- Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and BOQ.
- Identify scope of work, project requirements, and constraints.
- Prepare preliminary and detailed cost estimates.
- Analyze tender addenda and clarifications.
- Prepare commercial and technical bid submissions.
- Perform quantity take off from drawings (architectural, structural, and MEP).
- Verify BOQ quantities and identify discrepancies.
- Prepare detailed quantity breakdowns for pricing.
- Estimate material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
- Develop unit rates for construction activities.
- Prepare cost breakdown structures.
- Analyze project indirect costs (overheads, preliminaries, logistics).
Additional Duties
- Include contingencies and risk allowances.
- Request quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Evaluate supplier offers and technical compliance.
- Compare multiple quotations to select the best price and quality.
- Maintain database of supplier prices and historical costs.
- Suggest cost saving alternatives without affecting quality.
- Propose alternative materials or construction methods.
- Evaluate cost impact of design changes.
- Identify commercial, technical, and contractual risks.
- Review contract conditions and highlight cost implications.
- Assess project logistics, site conditions, and schedule risks.
- Prepare detailed estimation reports.
Reporting and Monitoring
- Maintain records of estimates, assumptions, and pricing basis.
- Develop cost databases and benchmarking data.
- Participate in tender review meetings with management.
- Prepare handover documents for the project execution team.
- Monitor market prices for materials and labor.
- Track construction cost trends.
- Maintain historical cost data from completed projects.
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