Assistant Estimator at Burhani Engineers Ltd

Job Purpose




• The Assistant Estimator will manage tender pricing, documentation, and CRM updates while ensuring accurate cost estimation, compliance with technical requirements, and proper record-keeping for all tendering and quotation activities.



Key Responsibilities


Pricing Tenders and Quotation Requests




• Analyze tender documents and client requirements to prepare competitive pricing proposals.


• Develop cost estimates for materials, labor, and overheads based on project specifications.


• Ensure pricing aligns with company standards and profitability targets.



Bid Revision




• Review and revise bids based on updated client requirements or internal feedback.


• Ensure all revisions are documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders promptly.



Price Discovery & Market Research




• Conduct market research to identify current pricing trends for materials and services.


• Document price data and upload it to the estimator team’s platform for reference.


• Maintain updated supplier and vendor price lists for accurate cost estimation.


• Develop and maintain a rate master for pricing to support accurate, consistent, and competitive cost estimation.



Tender Preparation & Technical Documentation




• Prepare complete tender submissions, including technical data sheets and manufacturer authorizations.


• Ensure compliance with client specifications and industry standards in all documentation.


• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain necessary certifications and approvals.



CRM Management




• Update opportunity statuses in the CRM system to reflect current progress.


• Open new opportunities in CRM and ensure accurate data entry.


• Key in values from Excel sheets into CRM for reporting and tracking purposes.


• Prepare and generate quotations directly within the CRM system.



Documentation & Record-Keeping




• Maintain organized records of all supplier quotations, BOQs, and tendering documents.


• Ensure all documentation is easily accessible for audits and future reference.


• Track and archive historical pricing data for trend analysis and cost optimization.



Any Other Related Duties Assigned




• Perform additional tasks as directed by management to support tendering, estimation, and commercial operations.



Qualifications




• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, or related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tendering, estimation, or commercial operations within engineering/construction.


• Proficiency in MS Excel and CRM platforms.



Key Skills & Competencies




• Strong analytical and numerical skills for cost estimation.


• Proficiency in tender documentation and technical compliance.


• Familiarity with CRM systems and data management.


• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.


• Attention to detail and accuracy in pricing and documentation.