Estimating Engineer

Description

Quantity Surveyor / Estimating Engineer (Precontract)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Position Overview :

Performs a variety of standard estimating activities (individual or as part of a team) on an assigned project / program. The Estimator at this level has experience in applying standard estimating practices, techniques processes and procedures, and demonstrates familiarity in applying company policies and assigned project / program practices and procedures. Typical responsibilities are focused on a variety of ancillary estimating tasks. Although the incumbent may perform some higher level estimating assignments, this work does not encompass a sufficient amount of his / her time to warrant exempt status.

Responsibilities :

Review all design information / Drawings during Pre Contracts / Design Stage

Prepares material takeoffs / BOQ as per approved standards on assigned contract, project, or program from engineering drawings, plans, and specifications

Reviews takeoffs prepared by others to check for completeness, appropriate definition, and accuracy

Prepares detailed breakdown structures (WBS) for contracts, projects, or elements of a program sufficient to define the scope to be delivered

Defines the specific scope intended by the contract documents, project development requirements and / or the program element components, systems and subsystems

Prepares and summarizes the bases of estimate (BOE) development, including estimate scope, estimate method of development, pricing utilized, labor, material and equipment rates included in the estimate, assumptions and exclusions, escalation, parametric comparisons using previous estimate data from similar projects, estimate quality control (QC) review and results, and estimate conclusion and recommendation

Delivers a complete and comprehensive estimate of probable cost based on the proposed contract documents inclusive of contract terms and conditions

Defines, details and estimates the cost of contract general conditions and job cost in compliance with the planned execution to accomplish total contract delivery

Utilizes parametric historical estimate data to develop a reasonable estimate of probable cost, based on high level of scope definition and preliminary intent for a capital asset in relation to an order of magnitude (PM) development

Utilizes the “bottoms up” approach in the development of probable contract cost, and compares that cost with data from previous contracts similar in nature when the estimate task required detail development

Develops scope sheets and request for bid or quotation from potential service providers, inclusive of internet, telephone and / or written provided data

Assists the Estimating Leads for historical data and estimate database management with the accumulation, evaluation, and documentation of cost data retrieved from completed discrete design and / or construction contracts, inclusive of work activity, delivery means and methods, productivity, activity durations, supervision and craft man-hour utilization

Reviews contract documents to access contract risk and significant exposure to estimated cost if potential risks are experienced. Assigns reasonable maximum cost and schedule exposure resulting from potential risks

Collaborates with small estimate teams comprised of other Estimators / QS and Associate Estimators / Jr. QS with the outcome being a final deliverable that meets Customer and Client requirements and expectations.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / QS or Construction Management or related field

Minimum 15 years of related work experience involving typical estimating activities

Previous experience using estimating database supported software

Min 5 years in Pre Contracts with reputed designer / consultant in UAE

Ability to perform standard estimating activities typical to the engineering and construction industry is required

Good written and verbal communication skills, familiarity with company and project procedures and practices

A familiarity with typical project controls software such as Primavera scheduling software, Estimate / Schedule Transfer tools, Contract Manager, and DMCS (Document and Materials Control System) is preferred

Must have a clear understanding of, and ability to work with, construction contract commercial documents, drawings and specifications.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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