MEP ESTIMATOR (MECHANICAL / ELECTRICAL) – 2 POSITIONS

Company Description

Job Description

Job Title: MEP Estimator
Department: Tendering (Pre-Contract)

Role Summary:

Responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, BOQs, and tender submissions for mechanical and electrical building services projects within the tendering department.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and BOQs for MEP works
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and tender documents
• Develop pricing build-ups and cost breakdowns
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Coordinate with engineering and procurement teams
• Support tender submissions under tight deadlines

Job Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 

Essential 

• BSc or BEng / HNDE in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a closely related discipline. 

• Minimum 9–11 years of post-graduate experience in a QS / Estimation role within the construction industry (contractor side). 

• Demonstrable experience across both pre-contract and post-contract functions. 

• Working knowledge of standard forms of contract (JCT, NEC3/NEC4, FIDIC, or equivalent). 

• Proficiency in measurement and estimating software (e.g., CostX, Buildsoft, Bluebeam). 

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail. 

• Competent in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. 

• Advance knowledge in Candy Cost Estimation tool. 

• Experience in a specific sector such as residential, commercial, infrastructure, fit-out, or civils. 

CORE COMPETENCIES 

• Commercial awareness and sound contractual understanding. 

• Strong communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal. 

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. 

• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as within a team. 

• Proactive problem-solving approach with a focus on value and risk management. 

• Professional integrity and commitment to delivering high-quality outputs.