Estimator / Cost Planner

Key Responsibilities

• Review Project Documents: Study drawings, BOQs, and specifications to understand scope, materials, labor, and equipment needs clearly.
• Prepare Cost Estimates: Develop detailed cost breakdowns for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontract scopes.
• Quantity Take‑Offs: Measure and quantify materials and services accurately using estimation software and drawing review.
• Budget Planning: Work with project teams to create budgets and cash flow forecasts for bidding and project delivery.
• Market Research: Monitor material prices, labor rates, and industry trends to keep estimates competitive and realistic.
• Coordinate Teams: Interface with design, procurement, and project managers to align cost plans with objectives.
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain clear records of estimates, assumptions, revisions, and share reports with stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience: 3–7 years estimating or cost planning in construction or related sectors.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• Technical Competence: Skilled with cost estimation tools (CostX, Bluebeam), MS Excel, and take‑off software.
• Project Controls: Able to plan estimating tasks, manage deadlines, and support bid schedules.
• Leadership: Strong communicator able to guide junior estimators and collaborate with teams.
• Commercial Acumen: Understand cost impacts on profit, value engineering, and project financial outcomes.