Estimator - Project Costing and Bidding
AlFuttaim
- Dubai
- DH 12,000-18,000 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Role: Estimator - Project Costing and Bidding
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Function: Cost Estimating
- Experience: 5-6 years
- Job Type: Full-time
Estimator - Project Costing and Bidding role in Dubai, UAE within the Manufacturing industry is a key opportunity for professionals specializing in project estimation, tendering, and cost analysis. This hiring role focuses on delivering accurate project cost estimates, supporting bid preparation, and ensuring competitive and profitable project execution.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Manufacturing
Function: Cost Estimating
Salary: 12000-18000
ONLY if salary is NOT provided: Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timeRole Context
This role supports project success by providing accurate cost estimations and managing the tendering lifecycle from initial review to final submission. It plays a critical role in balancing cost efficiency, risk management, and competitive pricing to support business growth and project profitability.Key Responsibilities
- Review tender documents to ensure completeness and clarity before bid preparation
- Coordinate bid initiation meetings and manage clarifications with stakeholders
- Analyze project scope and prepare detailed cost estimates based on specifications
- Verify quantity take-offs and ensure accuracy of cost inputs
- Prepare subcontractor enquiry packages and evaluate vendor responses
- Compile bid documentation and ensure all pricing components are accurate and complete
- Develop indirect cost estimates and support scheduling with resource planning
- Identify potential risks and contribute to mitigation strategies during bid stage
- Present cost estimates for internal review and support final bid submission
- Conduct peer reviews of estimates for accuracy and completeness
- Coordinate handover of project budgets to project management teams
- Maintain cost databases and lessons learned for future estimation improvements
- Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, MBA is an advantage
- 5 to 6 years of experience in estimation, costing, or project management roles
- Strong understanding of manufacturing or automotive cost structures
- Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines efficiently
- Strong communication skills with ability to coordinate across teams
- Advanced Excel and cost modeling tools
- Quantity take-off and pricing analysis
- Bid preparation and tender management
- Risk assessment and cost control
- Project planning and scheduling basics
- Data analysis and reporting
- Opportunity to work on large-scale projects within a structured business environment
- Exposure to end-to-end tendering and project costing processes
- Career growth in estimation and project management functions
- Collaborative team environment with strong operational support
- Stable organization with focus on efficiency and innovation
Al Futtaim Group is a diversified business headquartered in Dubai, operating across automotive, manufacturing, retail, and real estate sectors. With a strong commitment to operational excellence and innovation, the group continues to deliver high-quality solutions and sustainable growth across regional markets.Job Title Estimator - Project Costing and Bidding
Job Description Estimator - Project Costing and BiddingJob Snapshot
- Role: Estimator - Project Costing and Bidding
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Function: Cost Estimating
- Experience: 5-6 years
- Job Type: Full-time
Estimator - Project Costing and Bidding role in Dubai, UAE within the Manufacturing industry is a key opportunity for professionals specializing in project estimation, tendering, and cost analysis. This hiring role focuses on delivering accurate project cost estimates, supporting bid preparation, and ensuring competitive and profitable project execution.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Manufacturing
Function: Cost Estimating
Salary: 12000-18000
ONLY if salary is NOT provided: Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timeRole Context
This role supports project success by providing accurate cost estimations and managing the tendering lifecycle from initial review to final submission. It plays a critical role in balancing cost efficiency, risk management, and competitive pricing to support business growth and project profitability.Key Responsibilities
- Review tender documents to ensure completeness and clarity before bid preparation
- Coordinate bid initiation meetings and manage clarifications with stakeholders
- Analyze project scope and prepare detailed cost estimates based on specifications
- Verify quantity take-offs and ensure accuracy of cost inputs
- Prepare subcontractor enquiry packages and evaluate vendor responses
- Compile bid documentation and ensure all pricing components are accurate and complete
- Develop indirect cost estimates and support scheduling with resource planning
- Identify potential risks and contribute to mitigation strategies during bid stage
- Present cost estimates for internal review and support final bid submission
- Conduct peer reviews of estimates for accuracy and completeness
- Coordinate handover of project budgets to project management teams
- Maintain cost databases and lessons learned for future estimation improvements
- Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, MBA is an advantage
- 5 to 6 years of experience in estimation, costing, or project management roles
- Strong understanding of manufacturing or automotive cost structures
- Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines efficiently
- Strong communication skills with ability to coordinate across teams
- Advanced Excel and cost modeling tools
- Quantity take-off and pricing analysis
- Bid preparation and tender management
- Risk assessment and cost control
- Project planning and scheduling basics
- Data analysis and reporting
- Opportunity to work on large-scale projects within a structured business environment
- Exposure to end-to-end tendering and project costing processes
- Career growth in estimation and project management functions
- Collaborative team environment with strong operational support
- Stable organization with focus on efficiency and innovation
Al Futtaim Group is a diversified business headquartered in Dubai, operating across automotive, manufacturing, retail, and real estate sectors. With a strong commitment to operational excellence and innovation, the group continues to deliver high-quality solutions and sustainable growth across regional markets.
Post DetailsJob Start Date
Salary from 12000.00
Salary to 18000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
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