SENIOR ESTIMATOR

Job Description

Delivers quality controlled estimates for projects and programs as assigned.
Defines and delineates project or program scope utilizing a top down work breakdown structure (WBS), prepares material takeoffs in accordance with the WBS as defined by concept documents, and design drawings, plans and specifications. 
Develops detailed resource costs for work activities based on the planned schedule of execution, applies project burdens and indirect costs, applies dictated fees, defines costs associated with contract general conditions, and applies expected margins to produce a reasonable probable project and/or contract cost. 
Develops basis of the estimate (BOE) narrative that clearly defines estimate methodology, scope, pricing characteristics, escalation, assumptions, and exclusions such that the customer has complete understanding of the content and the components of the delivered estimate of probable cost.
Reviews estimates delivered by other service providers to determine compliance with project and/or program procedures, estimate completeness, accuracy, and technical development and compliance with best practices.
Reviews contractual documents and contract modifications to determine scope of work and/or scope changes, and defines cost and schedule impacts to the base contract, and to provide written evaluation and recommendation of reasonable reconciliation and remediation to project and/or program management staff.
Defines scope and quantification for vendors and subcontractors necessary to obtain correct and competitive pricing for materials, equipment, and services required to complete an estimate of reasonable probable cost.
Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Skills
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying or Civil Engineering
A minimum of 15 years of post graduate experience and at least 5 years demonstrable experience in Construction Estimation on major infrastructure projects preferably in Qatar.
MME/UPDA Registered
Must be fully computer literate and able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, etc. and any project specific engineering and construction relevant software ​
Strong analytical capabilities and the ability to work independently.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate logically and clearly with management and staff.