Lead – Proposals & Estimation

Essar Projects

Essar Constructions India Limited (ECIL)

Job Purpose:

To lead the estimation process for large-scale tenders and projects by preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, evaluating technical and commercial risks, coordinating with internal departments and vendors, and supporting the bidding strategy to win projects profitably.

Major Responsibilities:

1. Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and BOQ’s for civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation works based on drawing, specifications and project scope
2. Analyse tender documents including drawing, specifications and contractual conditions
3. Identify, quantify price risks, uncertainties and contingencies in proposal
4. Collaborate with engineering, procurement, planning and construction team for accurate inputs on quantities, pricing, schedule and resources
5. Liaise with vendors and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations and evaluate offers
6. Prepare cost comparison sheets and pricing summaries for management reviews
7. Ensure timely submission of tenders with all technical and commercial requirements met
8. Support value engineering and alternative proposal development to enhance competitiveness
9. Maintain and update cost databases, benchmarks and market price trends
10. Provide post-tender clarifications, support negotiations and handover to project execution teams

Functional Skills:

1. Experience in Oil & Gas, Steel, Power, Infrastructure sectors
2. Strong knowledge of estimation softwares (e,g Candy, Primavera)
3. Understanding of technical drawings, contracts, pricing mechanism and project execution

Behavioural Skills:

1. Leadership Skills
2. Customer Focus
3. Negotiation Skills
4. Commercial Acumen
5. Interpersonal Skills
6. Skills to liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders

Qualification:

B.E. / B.Tech. – Mechanical

Post-graduation in Construction Management or Cost Engineering will be an added advantage

Experience:

15-20 years of experience in project estimation / tendering with 3-5 years in a senior or lead role