Estimation Officer

Job Description:

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Estimation Officer with a strong background in finishing works or the furniture industry . The candidate should be capable of visiting sites, understanding the required work, taking accurate measurements, calculating quantities and costs, preparing quotations, and preparing invoices based on completed works.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit project sites to inspect requirements and take accurate measurements.

• Understand drawings, site conditions, specifications, and client requirements.

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs, BOQs, and cost estimates .

• Estimate materials, labour, installation, transportation, and other related costs.

• Prepare quotations based on site measurements and project requirements.

• Coordinate with clients, site supervisors, suppliers, and subcontractors to clarify requirements.

• Obtain and compare material and supplier quotations.

• Calculate material quantities and prepare accurate costing.

• Prepare quotations for additional works and variations.

• Verify completed work and measurements before preparing invoices.

• Prepare invoices based on approved quotations, measurements, and completed works .

• Maintain proper records of measurements, estimates, quotations, invoices, and supporting documents.

• Review drawings and specifications to identify quantities, materials, and work requirements.

• Ensure estimates and quotations are accurate and commercially viable.

• Follow up on quotation approvals and invoice submissions.

• Handle multiple site visits and estimation assignments within required deadlines.

Preferred Background

Candidates with experience in any of the following areas will be preferred:

• Furniture estimation and costing

• Joinery / carpentry

• Interior finishing works

• Fit-out works

• Woodwork and custom furniture

• Painting and finishing

• Partitions, ceilings, flooring, or related finishing works

• Experience in taking site measurements and converting them into quantities and costing

Requirements

• Minimum 2–5 years of UAE experience in estimation/costing.

• Finishing or furniture industry experience is preferred/required.

• Strong understanding of materials, quantities, labour, and installation costs.

• Ability to independently visit sites and take accurate measurements.

• Good knowledge of MS Excel .

• Ability to prepare BOQs, quotations, costing sheets, and invoices.

• Ability to read and understand drawings is an advantage.

• Good numerical and analytical skills.

• Good communication and coordination skills.

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

• UAE Driving Licence is preferred.

• Immediate joiners or candidates with a short notice period will be preferred.

Key Skills

Site Measurement | Estimation | Furniture Costing | Finishing Works | Quantity Take-Off | BOQ | Material Costing | Labour Costing | Quotations | Invoicing | MS Excel | Supplier Coordination

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