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Estimator

COASTAL QATAR

On-site๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆRiyadh, 01, Saudi ArabiaseniorPosted 6d ago

Visa & sponsorship

  • Employers in Saudi Arabia sponsor the residence visa by default, and nothing in the posting says otherwise.

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review drawings, specifications, and project documents to determine scope and estimation requirements.

  • Prepare accurate quantity take-offs and cost estimates for Architectural, Interior Fit-out, Sports Facilities, and sports-related products.

  • Obtain, evaluate, and compare quotations from suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors.

  • Calculate material, labor, equipment, installation, and subcontractor costs.

  • Coordinate with project, design, procurement, and engineering teams to ensure accurate estimates.

  • Identify value engineering and cost optimization opportunities while maintaining quality and functionality.

  • Maintain updated cost databases, supplier rates, and historical pricing information.

  • Review and update estimates during bidding, tendering, and negotiation stages.

  • Support the preparation of competitive and commercially viable project proposals.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Education: Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field

  • Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in estimation, with strong experience in Architectural, Interior Fit-out, Sports Facilities, or related construction/product solutions.

  • GCC experience is mandatory.

  • Strong experience in cost estimation, tendering and bidding process.

Technical Skills :

  • Proficient in performing precise quantity take-offs from architectural drawings.

  • Skilled in building detailed cost models for labor, materials, and logistics.

  • Experienced in preparing accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and tender submissions.

  • Competent in using digital estimation software like Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or CostX. Able to navigate AutoCAD and Revit to extract project dimensions.

  • Advanced in utilizing Excel functions to manage large cost databases.

  • Knowledgeable in technical standards for sports flooring, seating, and equipment.

  • Adept at using value engineering to find reliable, cost-saving alternatives.

Key Competencies:

  • Able to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills.

  • Detail oriented, follow work instructions, organized, with the ability to handle multiple ongoing projects and meet deadlines.

  • Knowledge of local construction regulations and codes is preferred.

  • Strong negotiation and communication skills to interact with suppliers, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.

  • Good organizational and time management skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ๏ทผ8,000.00 - ๏ทผ10,000.00 per month

Experience:

  • Cost Estimation: 8 years (Required)

  • working in Saudi Arabia: 5 years (Required)

  • Estimation for architectural or interior fit-out: 8 years (Required)

Work Location: In person