Estimation and Billing Engineer

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Cost Estimation: Analyze project plans, specifications, and other relevant documents to prepare accurate cost estimates for civil and construction projects. Bill of Quantities (BOQ): Develop comprehensive BOQs based on project requirements, including materials, labour, and equipment costs. Tender Preparation: Assist in the preparation of tender documents, technical proposals, and pricing schedules in response to project bids. Quantity Surveying: Conduct quantity surveys and take-offs to determine the quantity of materials needed for project execution. Vendor Quotations: Source and obtain competitive quotations from suppliers and subcontractors for materials and services required in the projects. Budget Management: Collaborate with project managers to ensure project budgets align with estimated costs and identify areas of cost optimization. Rate Analysis: Conduct rate analysis for various civil and construction activities to ensure competitive pricing and accurate cost projections. Contractual Documentation: Prepare and review contractual documents related to billing, pricing, and payment terms with clients and subcontractors. • Progress Billing: Prepare and submit periodic progress bills to clients based on project milestones and work completed. Invoice Preparation: Generate accurate and timely invoices for clients and ensure compliance with billing requirements and contract terms. Cost Control: Monitor project expenses, identify cost variances, and implement cost-saving measures to improve project profitability. Change Order Management: Handle change orders and variations in project scope, evaluating cost implications and revising estimates accordingly. Documentation: Maintain detailed records of cost estimates, bills, invoices, and related documentation for future reference and audit purposes. Quality Compliance: Ensure all billing and estimation processes adhere to quality standards and comply with company policies and procedures. Preferred candidate profile Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field. A master's degree or relevant certifications in estimation and billing will be an advantage. Experience: Proven experience as a Billing and Estimation Engineer or a similar role in the civil and construction industries, with a strong understanding of billing processes and cost estimation techniques. Estimation Software: Proficiency in using industry-standard estimation software and Microsoft Office Suite. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and mathematical skills to accurately estimate costs and quantities. Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure precision in cost estimates and billing documentation. Time Management: Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Team Player: Collaborative and capable of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients, project managers, and suppliers. Problem-Solving Abilities: Aptitude for problem-solving and finding innovative solutions to cost-related challenges.