Assistant Estimator

Assistant Estimator

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND
• Experience 5 years
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Construction and Site Engineering

Job Purpose

• The Assistant Estimator will manage tender pricing, documentation, and CRM updates while ensuring accurate cost estimation, compliance with technical requirements, and proper record-keeping for all tendering and quotation activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Pricing Tenders and Quotation Requests

• Analyze tender documents and client requirements to prepare competitive pricing proposals.

• Develop cost estimates for materials, labor, and overheads based on project specifications.

• Ensure pricing aligns with company standards and profitability targets.

• Bid Revision

• Review and revise bids based on updated client requirements or internal feedback.

• Ensure all revisions are documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders promptly.

• Price Discovery & Market Research

• Conduct market research to identify current pricing trends for materials and services.

• Document price data and upload it to the estimator team’s platform for reference.

• Maintain updated supplier and vendor price lists for accurate cost estimation.

• Develop and maintain a rate master for pricing to support accurate, consistent, and competitive cost estimation.

• Tender Preparation & Technical Documentation

• Prepare complete tender submissions, including technical data sheets and manufacturer authorizations.

• Ensure compliance with client specifications and industry standards in all documentation.

• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain necessary certifications and approvals.

• CRM Management

• Update opportunity statuses in the CRM system to reflect current progress.

• Open new opportunities in CRM and ensure accurate data entry.

• Key in values from Excel sheets into CRM for reporting and tracking purposes.

• Prepare and generate quotations directly within the CRM system.

• Documentation & Record-Keeping

• Maintain organized records of all supplier quotations, BOQs, and tendering documents.

• Ensure all documentation is easily accessible for audits and future reference.

• Track and archive historical pricing data for trend analysis and cost optimization.

• Any Other Related Duties Assigned

• Perform additional tasks as directed by management to support tendering, estimation, and commercial operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tendering, estimation, or commercial operations within engineering/construction.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and CRM platforms.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and numerical skills for cost estimation.
• Proficiency in tender documentation and technical compliance.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and data management.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in pricing and documentation.

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