Job Description

Job description

Job Title: Cost & Estimation Manager

Department:

Contracts / Estimation

Reports To:

General Manager / Project Director

Industry:

Construction / Infrastructure / Real Estate

Job Summary

The Cost & Estimation Manager will be responsible for complete cost management, estimation, and budgeting activities for

pre-tender and post-tender stages

across

government and private projects

. The role includes handling multiple projects, managing the estimation team, and supporting EPC, contract, and execution teams with accurate cost planning and control.

Key Responsibilities

Pre & Post Tendering

Handle

pre-tender and post-tender activities

for government and private projects. Prepare and review

tender estimates, BOQs, rate analysis, and cost comparisons

. Assist in

bid analysis, negotiations, and finalization

of contracts. Support EPC tendering, budgeting, and costing activities (preferred).

Team & Project Management

Lead and manage the estimation team for multiple ongoing and upcoming projects. Ensure adherence to company estimation standards, formats, and timelines. Coordinate with internal departments for smooth tender and execution handover.

Estimation & Costing

Prepare

initial budgets, block estimates, and detailed estimates

. Prepare

BBS, MTO, BOQs

, and detailed quantity take-offs. Conduct

rate analysis

considering current market rates. Monitor and validate

material reconciliation

data from sites.

Technical Review & Coordination

Study and interpret

GFC drawings

, specifications, and consultant inputs. Coordinate with

GM, site teams, consultants, and EPC teams

for drawings and detailing. Interact with clients to discuss scope, costing assumptions, and estimation methodology.

Government Projects & Compliance

Hands-on experience in

PWD / CPWD / Corporation / NHM

projects. Review and apply

DSR, Schedule of Rates

, and government norms. Assist in

technical sanctions, DTP approvals

, and government documentation.

Required Experience

Experience in

both Government & Private construction projects

.

EPC project experience preferred

. Proven exposure to

pre-tender and post-tender

cost management.

Skills & Competencies

Strong expertise in cost estimation, budgeting, and contract support. Leadership skills to manage and mentor estimation teams. Excellent coordination, negotiation, and communication skills. Strong knowledge of construction standards and statutory requirements.

Qualification

B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering

8-12 years

of relevant experience (flexible based on project exposure)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?70,000.00 - ?85,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund
Work Location: In person