Junior Estimator

About the Company

May Softech is an ITES Company, Established in 2007, partnering with ISEC INC, USA, established in 1967. A strong client-focus approach and constant quest for top-class quality is our Service Philosophy. May Softech has detailed thousands of drawings for large projects mostly in the United States gaining the trust and confidence of its clients thereby creating a name for itself in this niche field of Science and Technology.

Location: Anna Nagar, Chennai

Position Summary

Obtains, calculates and compiles data for use in conceptual/bid proposal estimates, preparing routine estimates under general supervision.

Reports To: Lead Estimator

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring that all quantity surveys and pricing are accurate and complete
• Provide support for the development of bidding strategies by debriefing the salesperson of job elements
• Leads the documentation management of the project, ensures all documents are complete and clearly conveys decisions made to sales and operations teams.
• Attend pre-bid meetings to discuss project specifics and scope
• Participate in bid closings and estimate reviews
• Balance workload and assignments to meet deadlines
• Develop a value analysis study by defining alternatives to the proposed scope that are more cost-efficient
• Manage action items from Post Bid and finalize scope.
• Compute cost estimates for materials, purchased equipment, subcontracted work, production activities and requirements, and labor.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing or activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Customer Service Skills (Internal Only)

· Demonstrates commitment to deliver outstanding service – with internal customers

· Listens well, asks clarifying questions, and checks for agreement with customers

· Committed to following-up with customers in all instances in a timely manner

· Strong sense of accountability - ensures that you will do what you say that you are going to do

· Creates a personal connection with customers(internal) – smiles, warm greetings, acts friendly and respectful

· Positive attitude

Preferred Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Other degrees are also acceptable, if the person is keen and talented
• 0 – 2 years of experience in a related field

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Bids are accurate and profitable

· Must be available on some days to work and take customer calls during night hours to accommodate U.S.-based clients (up to 10 PM local time).

· Good proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication, to effectively engage with customers and team members.

· Basic knowledge of lab products, services, processes and projects

· Understands project plans and specifications

· Independently performs most assignments with instruction

· Seeks guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards

· Open to feedback and flexible to change

· Proficient in MS Office Suite

· Strong prioritization and organizational skills, detail-oriented

· Prior experience in Estimation or BOQ preparation is an added advantage

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹240,000.00 - ₹320,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you own a laptop or desktop at home? (Yes/No)
• Do you have experience reading and interpreting architectural drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, and details?

Education:

• Diploma (Required)

Experience:

• Estimating/BOQ preparation: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person