Estimation Engineer

Reporting To: HR Dept. Divisions: Metaform Categories: Engineering To prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates, quantity take-offs, quotations, and commercial proposals for glazing, curtain wall, fa ade, aluminium and cladding projects. The Estimation Engineer reviews tender documents, develops material and labour requirements, obtains supplier quotations, identifies project risks and exclusions, and coordinates with Design, Commercial, Procurement and Operations to ensure technically compliant and commercially viable bids.

Key Responsibilities

• Review tender enquiries, drawings, specifications, BOQs, scope of work and contract requirements for glazing and cladding projects. 2. Prepare detailed quantity take-offs for aluminium, glass, cladding panels, profiles, accessories, fixings, sealants, insulation and related materials. 3. Prepare accurate cost estimates covering materials, labour, fabrication, installation, equipment, logistics, subcontractors, testing and other project costs. 4. Develop project-specific pricing based on approved specifications, design requirements, construction methods and commercial assumptions. 5. Analyse architectural, structural and fa ade drawings to identify quantities, interfaces, design requirements and potential scope gaps. 6. Review fa ade, glazing, curtain wall and cladding system requirements and identify suitable systems and materials for pricing. 7. Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations and ensure quotations are aligned with project specifications and required quantities. 8. Prepare RFQs and coordinate with Procurement and suppliers to obtain competitive and technically compliant prices. 9. Check supplier quotations for scope coverage, exclusions, lead times, validity, delivery terms and technical compliance. 10. Calculate material wastage, fabrication allowances, installation requirements and other relevant cost factors. 11. Prepare detailed estimation sheets, rate build-ups, BOQs, comparison sheets and commercial summaries. 12. Identify exclusions, qualifications, assumptions, risks and commercial clarifications before submission of the quotation. 13. Coordinate with Design / Engineering to clarify technical requirements, drawings, system selections and design assumptions. 14. Support value engineering and alternative material/system proposals to improve cost competitiveness while maintaining technical compliance. 15. Participate in tender clarification meetings and provide technical and commercial input when required. 16. Assist the Commercial / Sales team in preparing quotations, tender submissions and revisions. 17. Review client and consultant clarifications, addenda and revised drawings and update estimates accordingly. 18. Maintain proper records of tender documents, quotations, supplier prices, estimation revisions and approved commercial assumptions. 19. Support post-tender negotiations, clarification of rates and preparation of revised commercial offers. 20. Compare estimated costs against actual project costs and provide feedback to improve future estimation accuracy. 21. Monitor market prices and maintain updated cost data for aluminium, glass, cladding, accessories, labour and subcontract works. 22. Ensure all estimates are prepared in accordance with company procedures, approval requirements and delegated authority. 23. Ensure all tender information is treated confidentially and commercially sensitive information is properly controlled. 24. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Estimation / Commercial Department. 25. Perform other duties assigned by the Estimation Manager, Division Manager or General Manager.

Qualifications

• Essential: Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline
• Desirable: Quantity Surveying, Estimation, Cost Management or relevant fa ade/glazing certification

Experience

3 6 years Technical Know-how: Quantity take-off and cost estimation Glazing, curtain wall and fa ade systems Aluminium and cladding systems Reading architectural, structural and shop drawings BOQ preparation and rate build-up Material and labour costing Supplier / subcontractor quotation evaluation Tender analysis and commercial comparison Value engineering and cost optimization Tender clarifications and addenda review Microsoft Excel advanced working knowledge preferred Microsoft Office AutoCAD basic to intermediate understanding ERP / estimation software preferred Languages: English, Hindi & Arabic preferred Driving License & vehicle category: UAE Driving License Preferred Travel / Physical

Requirements

• Physically fit to attend supplier meetings, manufacturing facilities and project/site visits when required
• Work Environment: Office, manufacturing facility, supplier premises and project sites when required

Desired Candidate Profile

Essential: Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline. Desirable: Quantity Surveying, Estimation, Cost Management or relevant fa ade/glazing certification.