Job description for Construction Cost Estimator at PT. High Quality Construction
Key Responsibilities
- Review drawings, specifications, BOQs, contracts, and tender documents for civil and structural works.
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs for earthworks, concrete works, structural works, masonry, finishing, infrastructure, and external works.
- Prepare comprehensive cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals.
- Analyze labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
- Obtain, evaluate, and negotiate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Develop unit rate analyses and cost breakdown structures.
- Identify project risks, cost-saving opportunities, and value engineering alternatives.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, project management, and design teams to clarify project requirements.
- Prepare tender documentation and support bid submissions.
- Evaluate variations, change orders, and additional work claims.
- Maintain and update cost databases, productivity rates, and historical project cost records.
- Assist in project budgeting, forecasting, and cost monitoring throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct site visits and pre-bid assessments to verify project conditions and scope requirements.
- Ensure estimates comply with project specifications, company standards, and applicable regulations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience as a Civil Estimator or Quantity Surveyor in construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of civil, structural, architectural, and infrastructure works.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quantity take-off software.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Planswift, CostX, or similar estimating software is an advantage.
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and meet strict deadlines.
Technical Knowledge
- Earthworks and excavation
- Reinforced concrete structures
- Steel structures
- Masonry and architectural finishes
- Roads, drainage, and infrastructure works
- Construction methods and sequencing
- Building materials and market pricing
- Contract administration and tendering processes
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy of estimates compared to actual project costs.
- Timely completion of tenders and bid submissions.
- Quantity take-off accuracy.
- Bid success rate.
- Cost optimization and value engineering recommendations.
- Quality and completeness of tender documentation.
