# Estimation Manager – Construction — RZPeople Solutions

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/li-4451405351-estimation-manager-construction
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 25,000 to 45,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-08-10
Apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/estimation-manager-%E2%80%93-construction-at-rzpeople-solutions-4451405351?_l=en

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## Description

We are currently looking for an experienced Estimation Manager to join a leading construction organization in the UAE.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in estimation, tendering and pre-contract activities within major construction projects, with preference for candidates who have worked across infrastructure, rail, bridges, tunnelling, civil construction, high-rise, villas or industrial projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and management of complete tender estimates from initial review through final submission.

• Review tender drawings, specifications, BOQs and other technical documentation.

• Manage cost planning, quantity verification, pricing and tender analysis.

• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Procurement, Planning and Commercial teams during the tendering process.

• Identify tender risks, exclusions, qualifications and commercial considerations.

• Lead value engineering and cost-optimization initiatives to improve tender competitiveness.

• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations and lead commercial negotiations.

• Apply current UAE market rates, construction productivity norms and cost benchmarks.

• Manage multiple tenders simultaneously while ensuring accuracy and submission timelines.

• Lead and support the estimation team throughout the tendering process.

Candidate Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline; Master’s degree is an advantage.

• Minimum 12–15 years of relevant estimation/tendering experience, preferably with major construction/main contracting companies.

• Strong UAE/GCC construction experience is highly preferred.

• Proven exposure to major infrastructure, rail, bridges, tunnelling, civil, high-rise or industrial

projects.

• Strong knowledge of UAE construction market rates, subcontractor pricing and productivity norms.

• Demonstrated experience managing complete tender estimates and complex bid submissions.

• Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.

• Proficiency in relevant estimation software and advanced Excel.

• PMP certification would be an advantage.

We welcome applications from qualified professionals from diverse backgrounds who meet the required technical and commercial competencies.

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## Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline; Master’s degree is an advantage. Minimum 12–15 years of relevant estimation/tendering experience, preferably with major construction/main contracting companies. Strong UAE/GCC construction experience is highly preferred. Proven exposure to major infrastructure, rail, bridges, tunnelling, civil, high-rise or industrial projects. Strong knowledge of UAE construction market rates, subcontractor pricing and productivity norms. Demonstrated experience managing complete tender estimates and complex bid submissions. Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills. Proficiency in relevant estimation software and advanced Excel. PMP certification would be an advantage.

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