Associate Engineer / Engineer / Sr. Engineer – Civil Construction Estimation & Costing (B2B)
Department:
B2B – BD
Location:
Bangalore / Project Sites
Reporting To:
Project Manager / BD Head/ BU Head
Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Civil Construction Estimator & Costing Engineer with experience in Railway Infrastructure and Civil Construction projects. The candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, quantity take-offs, budgeting, vendor evaluations, and cost control activities for ongoing and upcoming projects.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Estimation & Budgeting
Prepare detailed cost estimates, BOQs, budgets, and project bids for civil and railway infrastructure projects.
Determine project costs including labor, materials, equipment, logistics, and subcontractor services.
Support tendering and proposal preparation activities.
Quantity Survey & Plan Analysis
Review engineering drawings, specifications, tender documents, and site requirements.
Perform accurate quantity take-offs for civil works, materials, and manpower.
Validate measurements and quantities against project scope.
Vendor & Subcontractor Management
Float RFQs and collect quotations from suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors.
Compare quotations and prepare techno-commercial evaluations.
Maintain vendor costing records and supplier databases.
Project Coordination
Coordinate with engineers, project managers, procurement teams, consultants, and clients for estimate validation and project costing discussions.
Support project execution teams with cost clarifications and budget monitoring.
Reporting & Documentation
Prepare estimation reports, cost analysis sheets, budget trackers, and management presentations.
Maintain estimation databases, historical costing records, and pricing references.
Cost Control & Risk Assessment
Monitor project costs against approved budgets.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and potential financial risks.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, project requirements, and applicable construction norms.
Site Visits & Monitoring
Conduct site visits for quantity verification, project assessment, and cost validation.
Support project teams in monitoring construction progress and resource utilization.
Required Skills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of civil construction and railway infrastructure estimation practices.
Good understanding of BOQ preparation, quantity surveying, and project costing.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Attention to detail with strong documentation capability.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple estimation activities.
Software Skills
MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
ERP Systems
Estimation & Quantity Surveying Tools
AutoCAD knowledge will be an added advantage
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management or related field.
Experience
4–8 years of relevant experience in Civil Construction Estimation & Costing.
Experience in Railway Infrastructure / Metro / Government Projects preferred.
Preferred Industry Background
Railway Infrastructure
EPC / Civil Construction
Metro Rail Projects
Government Infrastructure Projects
