Junior Estimation Engineer

Junior Estimation Engineer

Department: Estimation
Location: Pune
Employment Type: Full-time, Trainee
Experience: 0-2 years (freshers welcome)

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Civil Engineering graduate to join our Estimation team as a Junior Trainee. You will work under senior estimation engineers and learn how construction projects are measured, priced and tendered, from reading drawings to preparing the final cost estimate. This is a strong starting point for a career in estimation, quantity surveying, and project costing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in quantity take-offs from architectural and structural drawings and specifications (concrete, reinforcement, masonry, finishes, etc.).
• Support the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates for tenders and projects.
• Collect and compare material, labour and subcontractor rates to support pricing.
• Prepare and update estimation sheets, reports and presentations using Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Maintain organised records of estimates, drawing revisions, quotations and project documentation.
• Coordinate with senior engineers, planning, procurement and site teams on costing inputs.
• Learn and follow company estimation procedures, standards and checking protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Civil Engineering, completed. A Diploma in Civil Engineering plus a B.E. is also welcome.
• Freshers, or candidates with up to 2 years of experience in estimation, billing, quantity surveying or site engineering.

Required Skills

• Ability to read and interpret civil and structural engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel (formulas, tables, basic data handling), plus MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Good numerical and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to work in a team.
• Strong willingness to learn and take feedback.

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or similar drafting software.
• Familiarity with estimation, BOQ or project-management tools (e.g., Revit, Primavera, MS Project, or a construction ERP).
• Understanding of IS codes, the Schedule of Rates (SOR/DSR), and standard methods of measurement.
• Internship, academic project or work experience in estimation, costing, billing or project engineering.

What You Will Learn

• Quantity take-off techniques and measurement standards.
• BOQ preparation and rate analysis.
• Tender and cost-estimate workflow from enquiry to submission.
• How estimates connect to planning, procurement and site execution.

What We Offer

• Structured on-the-job training and mentoring from senior estimators.
• Clear growth path from Trainee to Estimation Engineer.

Pay: ₹25,579.33 - ₹38,276.64 per month

Application Question(s):

• What is your current CTC?
• What is your expected CTC?
• The work location for this role is Camp, Pune. Are you comfortable with this location?

Work Location: In person