Estimator/ QS
On-site Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Estimation
Description
At Electra we need talented people that will share our strategy to be the obvious contracting partner for local & international players who wish to set up an event within the GCC.
Under the guidance of the Chief Operating Officer/Estimation Manager, the Estimator’s role is to support the CS Team in tendering and securing jobs by preparing the quotations.
Requirements
Assess, understand, and review the use of different materials in fabrication, cost differences with each and the impact on final product. Assess, understand, and review visuals / drawings from Client Services / Design teams. Measuring the quantities and grouping the elements as per type. Preparing a detailed BOQ based on drawings / information when one is not provided by Client Services team, mentioning all assumptions and exclusions. Pricing detailed BOQ based using Library of Knowledge / working closely with fabrication estimator where needed. Liaise with Project Management and Fabrication teams to establish cost effective solutions to meet client budget. Ensure all project specific elements are available and liaise with Procurement department when necessary. Maintain all of Electra’s costing forms and templates. Maintain and continuous updating of Estimation database. Prepare quotations efficiently within the ERP system, ensuring seamless integration with ERP (Nav) for overall database management, creating brand new pricing codes, updating existing prices, working closely with both IT and Finance departments.
Knowledge & Experience:
2 - 3 years as an Estimator
Has a Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Civil/QS/Arch)
Knowledge in Microsoft, AutoCad, SketchUp
Other Skills & Competencies:
Attention to detail and analytic thinking. Performs duties as workload necessitates. Maintain a positive and respectful attitude. Good communication skills. Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload. Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position. Meets department productivity standards. Have excellent interpersonal skills for collaborating effectively with others; Proficiency in problem-solving and decision-making; Ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly in a fast-paced environment; Capability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a team; Proactive in identifying potential issues and taking the initiative to propose solutions; Dedication to upholding company values and ethical standards in all professional activities
General Obligations towards Health, Safety and Environment
You will correctly use machinery, appliances, tools, transport, and all equipment issued by the company. You will correctly use personal protective equipment supplied by the company. You will not remove any safety devices for any machinery or installations. * You will perform all tasks set forth by safety and environmental regulations and thus cooperate with Electra to ensure a working environment and condition that do not pose any risks in terms of health, safety and environment to others.
