HVAC Costing Engineer

1.Tender & Document Review

• Study tender documents, drawings, and specifications carefully.
• Identify HVAC scope of works (chillers, AHU, FCU, VRF/VRV, ducting, chilled water piping, insulation, etc.).
• Highlight risks, exclusions, and clarifications.

2. Quantity Take-off

• Extract BOQ (Bill of Quantities) from tender drawings.
• Calculate material requirements (ducts, pipes, valves, insulation, equipment).
• Estimate manpower, tools, and consumables needed.

3. Cost Estimation

• Collect and compare supplier/subcontractor quotations.
• Estimate costs for:
  Materials & equipment
  Labour/manpower
  Testing & commissioning (T&C)
  Overheads, logistics, warranties
• Ensure costing aligns with project specifications and standards (SMACNA, ASHRAE, SS codes).

4. Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination

• Request for quotations (RFQs) from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Negotiate prices and delivery terms.
• Maintain a database of standard costs, suppliers, and subcontractors for future bids.

5. Proposal Support

• Prepare detailed costing sheets and summaries for management approval.
• Support tender/proposal engineers with accurate cost data.
• Participate in value engineering exercises to reduce costs while meeting quality standards.

6. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain records of cost estimates, supplier quotations, and historical data.
• Update cost databases for future tender references.
• Prepare cost comparison reports for management.