QS/Cost Estimator (M&E) - #1168450

Job Descriptions:

• Attend tender site show round/briefing, site survey, tender interview/clarification, tender presentation.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) systems including ACMV, Engineered Smoke Control, Building Management, Plumbing, Sanitary & Gas, Fire Protection and Fire Alarm , Electrical, ELV, Vertical Transportation and other building services.

• Review tender documents, drawings, and specifications to identify scope of works, discrepancies, missing information and cost risks and send tender clarifications if necessary.

• Conduct quantity take-offs and prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for M&E works.

• Send invitation to bid/quote with relevant tender documents to sub-contractors/suppliers to get the most reasonable price/quotations.

• Evaluate, and negotiate quotations from sub-contractors/suppliers.Prepare tender submissions, cost breakdowns, and supporting documentation in line with tender/employer’s requirements.

• Prepare a list of associated builders works related to M&E services installation and coordinate with the respective tender in-charge of builders works

• Support value engineering exercises and propose cost-saving alternatives without compromising quality or compliance.

• Work closely with respective department tender in-charge to ensure completeness with competitive cost and technical proposal aligned with tender/employer’s requirements.

• Upon successful tender, wrap-up all the submitted tender documents, drawings, quotations, costing, evaluations and handover to Post Contract Team and conduct briefing.

• Assist in post-contract awarding to M&E sub-contractor/suppliers.Assist in post-contract cost control and variation order evaluations when required.

• Monitor market trends, material prices, and subcontractor rates to maintain up-to-date cost data.

• Assist clients on M&E cost budgetary.

• Any other duties assigned by superior from time to time.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma / Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Quantity Surveying, or related field.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in M&E cost estimation or quantity surveying (preferably in the construction industry).

• Strong knowledge of M&E systems, construction methods, and industry standards.

• Excellent analytical, numerical, and negotiation skills.

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) and estimation software (e.g., PlanSwift or equivalent).