Estimator

Role Summary

The Irrigation Estimation Engineer is responsible for coordinating the preparation of competitive and profitable tenders for landscape and irrigation projects to secure business for the company. The role involves reviewing tender documentation, preparing accurate quantity take-offs and cost estimates, and coordinating with other departments, suppliers, and subcontractors to finalize tenders in accordance with project requirements, technical specifications, and commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Review tender documentation, drawings, BOQs, and technical specifications to identify key proposal requirements in accordance with company policies, procedures, and commercial best practices.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and quantity take-offs for landscape irrigation systems, including irrigation pipelines, drip and sprinkler systems, pumps, filtration units, valves, controllers, and associated accessories.
• Develop accurate material, manpower, equipment, and installation cost estimates based on project requirements and proposed execution methods.
• Obtain, review, and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate with design, procurement, technical, and project execution teams to clarify tender requirements and finalize technical and commercial proposals.
• Prepare and submit authorized technical and commercial proposals to clients, including cost breakdowns, exclusions, qualifications, and deviations in the required format.
• Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and alternative materials or systems through value engineering without compromising project specifications and quality requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of irrigation materials, technologies, installation methods, and execution challenges faced by current company projects for use in future tenders.
• Keep current on local market conditions, including supplier rates, tender results, and competitor pricing, to support competitive bidding.
• Perform various assignments as assigned by the TBC.
• Provide supervision and direction to Estimation Assistants in completing assigned tasks, including quantity take-offs, BOQ preparation, and cost calculations.
• Support the preparation and monitoring of cost estimates, project budgets, and procurement documentation under the supervision of the Senior QS.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the construction industry, preferably in landscape and irrigation estimation.
• Professional judgment and ability to prepare, review, and coordinate tenders and detailed cost estimates for landscape irrigation projects.