QS Estimator ( Electrical/ Civil) at Burhani Engineers Ltd

Job Description

Job Purpose

• To efficiently analyze project requirements, prepare accurate cost estimates, and contribute to effective cost management for projects, ensuring they stay within budget and align with project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Project Analysis:

• Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other relevant documents to comprehensively understand project requirements.
•  Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions to optimize project budgets.
• Collaborate with the project management team to clarify project scopes and objectives.

Cost Estimation:

• Prepare precise and comprehensive cost estimates for construction projects, encompassing materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor expenses.+ direct and indirect expense
• Utilize specialized estimation software and tools to facilitate accurate cost calculations.

Tender Preparation:

• Develop comprehensive tender documents that include detailed cost breakdowns, schedules, and relevant project information.
• Ensure that tender submissions are completed within specified deadlines.

Supplier and Subcontractor Relations:

• Work closely with suppliers and subcontractors to source competitive pricing and quotations.
• Once quotations are in forward to Procurement Team
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals to ensure alignment with project specifications.

Documentation Management:

• Maintain meticulous records of project estimates, tenders, and related documentation.
• Provide critical documentation support for contract negotiations and project initiation

Project & Execution Team Interaction

• Interactions with Project Management Office and Execution teams
•  Contribute to effective cost control efforts to keep projects within budget.
•  Review of project cost in liaison with project teams during execution stage

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on industry trends, construction methods, and cost-effective techniques.
• Participate actively in process enhancement initiatives to refine the estimation process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, or Engineering + civil + Electrical
•  3+ years of experience in construction project estimation with a Quantity Survey/Engineering/Construction background.
• Experience in tender preparation and bidding is essential
• Experience in  Electrical Works
• Proficiency in specialized estimation software and tools.
• Strong analytical and mathematical capabilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.