Key Responsibilities
Estimation & Costing
 Prepare detailed cost estimates for interior fit-out, veneer, woodwork, panel manufacturing, POP,
civil, and finishing works.
 Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and BOQs to identify project scope and
estimation requirements.
 Develop material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead cost estimates.
 Perform quantity take-offs from architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
 Prepare rate analysis and validate unit costs based on market trends and historical data.
 Coordinate with procurement to obtain quotations from vendors and subcontractors.
 Recommend value engineering and cost optimization opportunities without compromising quality.
BOQ & Tender Management
 Analyze BOQs for completeness and technical accuracy.
 Prepare tender submissions, commercial proposals, bid summaries, and supporting documentation.
 Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions, and commercial deviations.
 Participate in pre-bid meetings, technical clarifications, and negotiations with clients.
Technical Coordination
 Coordinate with design, production, procurement, and project execution teams to ensure estimation
accuracy.
 Review shop drawings, material specifications, and manufacturing requirements for veneer and wood
panel products.
 Support production planning with material consumption and costing data.
 Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
Cost Control & Reporting
 Maintain an updated cost database for materials, labor, machinery, and subcontractors.
 Monitor estimated costs against actual project costs and prepare variance reports.
 Develop estimation templates, productivity benchmarks, and standard costing methodologies.
 Prepare management reports on bid status, project profitability, and estimation performance.
Team Leadership
 Mentor and guide junior estimators.
 Standardize estimation processes and best practices across projects.
 Collaborate with multiple departments to improve estimation accuracy and turnaround time.
 Support resource planning for concurrent estimation activities.
Required Qualifications

 Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering, Interior Design, Architecture, Construction
Management, or a related discipline.
 5–15 years of experience in estimation for interior fit-out, woodwork, veneer, furniture, panel
manufacturing, or construction projects.
 Proven experience in handling large commercial, hospitality, residential, retail, and corporate interior
projects.
Technical Skills
 Strong knowledge of BOQ preparation and quantity surveying.
 Expertise in veneer, plywood, MDF, HDF, laminates, solid wood, engineered wood, and panel
manufacturing processes.
 Knowledge of POP works, gypsum systems, false ceilings, flooring, partitions, furniture, and joinery.
 Understanding of construction methodologies and interior finishing standards.
 Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel (advanced), MS Project, and ERP systems.
 Familiarity with estimation software and quantity take-off tools is an advantage.

Senior Estimation Engineer (Furniture/ Interior)

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