Tender & Cost Control Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Tender Analysis & Cost Estimation: Analyze tender documents, perform Quantity Take-Off (QTO), define efficient construction methods, and develop competitive and accurate cost estimates (RAB)
• Budget Planning (RAP Development): Translate tender budgets (RAB) into detailed execution budgets (RAP) as the baseline for project cost control
• Vendor & Subcontractor Management: Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors and subcontractors to secure optimal pricing aligned with project specifications and quality standards
• Cost Monitoring & Control: Track actual project costs against RAP, identify variances, and ensure early detection of cost overruns
• Financial Reporting & Projection: Prepare regular cost reports, including cost-to-complete and profit/loss projections, to support management decision-making
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with engineering, procurement, and project teams to ensure alignment between estimation, procurement, and execution

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as Tender Engineer, Cost Engineer, Estimator, or Quantity Surveyor
• Experience in infrastructure projects (e.g., SPAM/piping, roads, bridges) is a strong advantage
• Strong ability to read technical drawings (AutoCAD) and prepare Bill of Quantities (BoQ)
• Solid understanding of market prices (materials, heavy equipment, labor)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (mandatory); knowledge of MS Project is a plus
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and detail-oriented skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines, especially during tender submissions

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.