Tender & Estimation Manager

Job Purpose

To support the preparation and submission of competitive and commercially sound tenders by carrying out quantity take-offs, cost estimation, pricing, subcontractor/supplier sourcing, and tender documentation for ERSS and construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

. Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, scope of works and contract requirements.

. Prepare & Review quantity take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BQ) and cost estimates.

. Develop detailed tender pricing for materials, manpower, machinery, subcontractors and other project costs.

. Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.

. Prepare tender comparison sheets and recommend suitable pricing based on cost and market conditions.

. Coordinate with Design, Operations, Supply Chain and Commercial teams to verify construction methodology, quantities and costs.

. Assist in developing project budgets, cost breakdowns and pricing summaries.

. Identify tender risks, exclusions, assumptions and potential commercial issues.

. Prepare tender submissions, including pricing schedules, clarifications and supporting documents.

. Participate in tender clarification meetings and assist with post-tender negotiations.

. Maintain and update cost databases, supplier/subcontractor rates and historical tender information.

. Monitor market prices and construction cost trends to improve tender competitiveness.

. Ensure tender submissions are accurate, complete and submitted within the required deadlines.

. Perform other commercial and estimation duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.

• Preferably 2-5 years of experience in construction tendering, estimating or quantity surveying.

• Experience in ERSS, civil engineering, temporary works or construction is an advantage.

• Familiar with LTA projects is an advantage

• Good knowledge of construction materials, methodology and costing.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and tender/estimation software.

• Able to read and interpret construction drawings & specification and Traffic diversion

• Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills.

• Good communication, negotiation and coordination skills.

• Able to work independently and meet tight tender deadlines.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Tender submissions completed accurately and on time.

• Estimation/pricing accuracy.

• Tender win rate and competitiveness of submitted prices.

• Accuracy of quantity take-off and cost build-up.

• Timeliness of quotation sourcing and tender evaluation.

• Quality of tender documentation and commercial risk identification.

• Accuracy of estimated project cost versus actual project cost.