Lead Estimator

3 weeks ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Pasons Group Full time
Roles and responsibilities

Quantity SurveyingResponsibilities

  • CostEstimation: Prepare detailed cost estimates forconstruction projects, including labor, materials, equipment, andoverheads. These estimates are used to guide budgeting and projectplanning.
  • Bill of Quantities(BOQ): Prepare and maintain Bills of Quantities,which are detailed documents outlining all the materials and workneeded for a project, along with theirquantities.
  • ContractAdministration: Assist in the preparation of tenderdocuments, contracts, and procurement strategies. Manage variationsand ensure contract terms arefollowed.
  • CostControl: Monitor project costs throughout theconstruction process, ensuring they align with the budget. Identifyand address cost overruns, and recommend solutions to keep theproject within financialconstraints.
  • ProcurementManagement: Source and select suppliers andsubcontractors, negotiate contracts, and manage the procurement ofmaterials, services, and labor for theproject.
  • RiskManagement: Identify financial risks associated withprojects and develop strategies to mitigate these risks. Thisincludes advising on cost-effective solutions for theproject.

EstimatingResponsibilities

  • DetailedEstimates: Provide accurate and detailed costestimates for the scope of work, including labor, materials, andresources required for construction or renovationprojects.
  • Material and LaborQuantity Calculations: Calculate quantities ofmaterials, labor, and other resources required for the completionof a project.
  • TenderingProcess: Prepare tenders for construction projects,ensuring that estimates are competitive, accurate, and aligned withthe client'srequirements.
  • CostBreakdown: Break down project costs into categorieslike direct costs, indirect costs, fixed costs, and variable costsfor better financialmanagement.
  • ValueEngineering: Analyze cost estimates to recommendvalue-engineering solutions that improve project efficiency withoutsacrificingquality.

ProjectManagementSupport

  • MonitoringProgress: Track the progress of constructionprojects, ensuring that costs align with the estimated budget andtimelines. Report discrepancies and recommend correctiveactions.
  • ChangeManagement: Assess and provide cost implications forchanges to the scope of work, and manage client approvals andvariations to thecontract.
  • Collaborating withStakeholders: Work closely with architects,engineers, contractors, and project managers to ensure that theproject is financially viable and that all requirements aremet.

Reporting andDocumentation

  • CostReporting: Provide regular financial reports toclients, stakeholders, and project managers, detailing costvariations, projected final costs, and other financialdata.
  • ProjectDocumentation: Maintain comprehensive records ofcosts, contracts, bills of quantities, and other relevant projectdocuments for future reference oraudits.
  • FinalAccounts: At the completion of a project, preparefinal accounts and ensure all payments are made and received,ensuring the final cost is aligned with theestimate.
Desired candidate profile
  • Technical Knowledge inConstruction

    • Strongunderstanding of construction processes, materials, and methods.Knowledge of building regulations, standards, and health and safetyguidelines.
  • Estimatingand CostingSkills

    • Ability toproduce accurate cost estimates, evaluate the cost of materials,labor, and overheads, and provide realistic and competitive pricingfor constructionprojects.
  • Attentionto Detail

    • High level ofaccuracy when preparing bills of quantities, estimates, and projectdocumentation. The ability to identify discrepancies in costs andquantities.
  • NegotiationSkills

    • Strongnegotiation skills to secure competitive pricing with contractors,suppliers, and subcontractors, while ensuring that quality andproject standards aremaintained.
  • AnalyticalSkills

    • Ability toanalyze project data, identify cost trends, and assess financialrisks to provide accurate financial forecasting andreporting.
  • ProjectManagement

    • Knowledge ofproject management principles, including scheduling, budgeting, andresource allocation. Ability to manage multiple projectssimultaneously.
  • CommunicationSkills

    • Excellentcommunication skills, both verbal and written, to effectivelyinteract with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and projectstakeholders.
  • ITProficiency

    • Competencein using construction management software, estimation tools, andspreadsheets for tracking costs, quantities, and projectprogress.
  • Problem-Solving

    • Abilityto identify issues related to cost overruns, inefficiencies, ormaterial shortages and recommend solutions to resolvethem.
Key Skills
Design andEstimation,Estimation,Quantitative Skills
Employment Type : Full-time
Department / Functional Area: Quality Control
Experience: Not Mentioned years
Gender: Male
Vacancy: 1
Joining Date: Tue, 28Jan 2025

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