Specialist Estimation

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Specialist Estimation to join our growing team in India. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, analyzing project requirements, and supporting the business in making informed financial decisions. You will collaborate closely with project managers, procurement teams, and clients to ensure that all estimates reflect realistic budgets, timelines, and resource allocations. The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical mindset, deep industry knowledge, and a proven track record of delivering precise and competitive estimates across complex projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for projects, including material, labor, equipment, and overhead costs, ensuring alignment with project scope and client requirements.
• Review and analyze project drawings, specifications, and tender documents to develop comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and cost breakdowns.
• Conduct thorough market research and vendor analysis to gather up-to-date pricing data and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to validate assumptions, clarify technical requirements, and refine estimation inputs.
• Prepare and present estimation reports, bid proposals, and budgetary summaries to senior management and clients in a clear and professional manner.
• Monitor and track project costs during execution, identifying variances between estimated and actual costs and recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain and continuously update a database of unit rates, historical project data, and benchmarking information to improve future estimation accuracy.
• Support the tendering and pre-qualification process by providing timely and competitive cost inputs that strengthen the organization's bid success rate.

Requirements

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 4–7 years of hands-on experience in project estimation within construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, or engineering sectors in India.
• Proficiency in estimation software tools such as CostX, Candy, MS Excel, or ERP-based estimation modules, along with strong numerical and analytical capabilities.
• Solid understanding of Indian construction standards, market pricing norms, GST implications, and regulatory compliance relevant to project costing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and present findings to senior stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and capacity to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in handling large-scale tenders, government projects, or EPC contracts will be considered a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: An attractive salary package benchmarked against industry standards, with performance-linked incentives and annual appraisals to reward your contributions.
• Professional Development: Access to ongoing training programs, industry certifications, and workshops designed to enhance your technical expertise and accelerate career growth.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for you and your immediate family, along with employee wellness initiatives and mental health support programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements, generous leave policies including paid annual leave and public holidays, ensuring a healthy balance between professional and personal life.
• Inclusive Work Culture: Be part of a collaborative, diverse, and innovation-driven workplace that values every individual's contribution and fosters long-term professional relationships.