Senior Estimator – Deep Foundation, Piling & Shoring
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About the Role
Geoharbour Middle East seeks a Senior Estimator specializing in deep foundation, piling, and shoring works for projects in UAE and KSA. The role involves cost estimation, tender preparation, bid strategy, and risk assessment.
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Responsibilities
- Attend bid meetings and develop and execute bid strategies.
- Prepare thorough and timely cost analysis.
- Analyze project proposals to prepare budget and cost estimates.
- Gather, update, and review historical cost data.
- Prepare complete cost estimates and tender submissions for piling works, shoring systems, diaphragm walls, and deep foundation projects.
- Review tender drawings, specifications, BOQs, and contract documents.
- Conduct quantity take offs, cost analysis, and pricing strategies.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, operations, and management teams during tender preparation.
- Source and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Identify project risks, exclusions, and commercial opportunities.
- Participate in tender clarifications, technical meetings, and negotiations.
- Ensure compliance with client requirements and project specifications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Master’s Degree or PhD in Civil Engineering or related field will be considered an advantage.
- Minimum 10–15+ years of experience in similar organizations within the UAE/KSA, with a strong construction background and solid understanding of piling and shoring techniques.
- Strong commercial awareness including market rates, margins, and pricing strategies.
- Strong contractual knowledge with the ability to identify and assess commercial risks such as LDs, payment terms, and escalation clauses.
- Ability to independently handle multiple tenders simultaneously.
- Proficient in estimation software and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- Experience in large scale infrastructure and ground engineering projects (preferred).
- Experience working with international contractors or specialized geotechnical companies (preferred).
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines (preferred).
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Job Overview
- Geoharbour is looking for a highly experienced and commercially driven Senior Estimator specializing in Deep Foundation, Piling, and Shoring Works to join our growing team in the Middle East region.
- The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating and implementing project and bid strategies by analyzing project proposals, technical requirements, and historical cost data.
- Your work will help drive business growth and support the company in securing new project opportunities across UAE and KSA markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend bid meetings and develop and execute bid strategies.
- Prepare thorough and timely cost analysis.
- Analyze project proposals to prepare budget and cost estimates.
- Gather, update, and review historical cost data.
- Prepare complete cost estimates and tender submissions for: Piling Works, Shoring Systems, Diaphragm Walls, Deep Foundation Projects.
- Review tender drawings, specifications, BOQs, and contract documents.
- Conduct quantity take offs, cost analysis, and pricing strategies.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, operations, and management teams during tender preparation.
- Source and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Identify project risks, exclusions, and commercial opportunities.
- Participate in tender clarifications, technical meetings, and negotiations.
- Ensure compliance with client requirements and project specifications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Master’s Degree or PhD in Civil Engineering or related field will be considered an advantage.
- Minimum 10–15+ years of experience in similar organizations within the UAE/KSA, with a strong construction background and solid understanding of piling and shoring techniques.
- Strong commercial awareness including market rates, margins, and pricing strategies.
- Strong contractual knowledge with the ability to identify and assess commercial risks such as LDs, payment terms, and escalation clauses.
- Ability to independently handle multiple tenders simultaneously.
- Proficient in estimation software and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in large scale infrastructure and ground engineering projects.
- Experience working with international contractors or specialized geotechnical companies.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
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